18 Sep 1936
Down the Stretch
A jockey tries to overcome the reputation of his father, who once threw a race.
Salty O'Rourke
He's the King of the Gamblers!
A gambler and his buddy find a wise-guy jockey for their long-shot horse.
Top Billed Cast
Alan Ladd Salty O'Rourke
Gail Russell Barbara Brooks
William Demarest Smitty
Stanley Clements Johnny Cates
Bruce Cabot Doc Baxter
Spring Byington Mrs. Brooks
Rex Williams Babe
Darryl Hickman Sneezer
Marjorie Woodworth Lola
Don Zelaya Hotel Proprietor
Lester Matthews Salesman
William Forrest Racing Secretary
William Murphy Bennie
Denis Brown Murdock
Al Bridge Bartender (uncredited)
David Clyde Square MacPherson (uncredited)
Jean De Briac Maitre d'Hotel (uncredited)
Carol Deere First Model (uncredited)
Johnny Duncan Ralph (uncredited)
Ralph Dunn Guard at Jewelry Store (uncredited)
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