A very unusual film which really exemplifies the fine acting range of Robinson, as he decides to give up gangsterism and its high life for the subtle rewards of joining a monastery and finding there's more to offer him from a life of solitude and serving others. A minor classic.
Top Cast
Edward G. Robinson
Little John T. 'Johnny' Sarto
Ann Sothern
Florence 'Flo' Addams
Humphrey Bogart
Jack Buck
Donald Crisp
Brother Superior
Ralph Bellamy
Clarence P. Fletcher
Allen Jenkins
Willie 'The Knife' Corson
Charles D. Brown
Brother Wren
Cecil Kellaway
Brother Goodwin
Morgan Conway
Philadelphia Powell
Richard Lane
Mugsy O'Day
Paul Guilfoyle
Red Martin
John Ridgely
Texas Pearson
Joseph Crehan
Brother MacEwen
Wilfred Lucas
Brother MacDonald
Tom Tyler
Curley Matthews
Dick Wessel
Buffalo Burns
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FAQ about Brother Orchid
What is Brother Orchid about?
When retired racket boss John Sarto tries to reclaim his place and former friends try to kill him, he finds solace in a monastery and reinvents himself as a pious monk.
When was Brother Orchid released?
Brother Orchid was released in 1940.
What genres does Brother Orchid belong to?
Brother Orchid is categorised as Comedy, Crime, Drama, Romance.
Who stars in Brother Orchid?
The cast of Brother Orchid includes Edward G. Robinson, Ann Sothern, Humphrey Bogart, Donald Crisp, Ralph Bellamy.