Boom Town (1940) — Where to watch: streaming availability & viewing options
Quick overview
If you're browsing genre titles, Boom Town (1940) is the kind of pick that keeps things moving without overcomplicating the premise. It favors steady pacing and a few well-timed beats over constant escalation, which makes it easy to follow. The cast—featuring Clark Gable, Spencer Tracy, and Claudette Colbert—helps anchor the story and sell the character chemistry. Ratings hover around 4.1/10, and it’s likely to land best with fans of the genre. Streaming, rental, and purchase options can change by region and date—check this page for the latest availability.
Boom Town (1940)
Die Stadt der Glücksjäger, Glädjestaden, Dois Contra o Mundo-
Released: August 30, 1940
Runtime: 119 min
: 4.1/10 from 59 votes
Two buddies who rise from fly-by-night wildcatters to oil tycoons over a twenty year period both love the same woman. McMasters and Sand come to oil towns to get rich. Betsy comes West intending to marry Sand but marries McMasters instead. Getting rich and losing it all teaches McMasters and Sand the value of personal ties.
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