---
title: "Johnny Gunman"
year: 1957
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/johnny-gunman-1957"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 282018
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 67
community_rating: 4.0
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "NR"
---

# Johnny Gunman (1957) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/johnny-gunman-1957

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Johnny Gunman is a film first released in 1957. Catalogued under Crime, Drama. Produced and broadcast by Will Kohler Productions. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Two childhood rivals clash over New York’s underworld after their boss is taken down."

### Why Watch
- Tense rivalry between seasoned gangsters
- Compact 67‑minute runtime keeps the story brisk
- Atmospheric 1950s New York crime setting

### Caveats & Content Note
- Short runtime may leave some plot threads underdeveloped
- Not rated, may contain mature themes
- Tone & Suitability: The film’s gritty crime drama tone and mature subject matter make it suitable for adult audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: crime, drama, gritty, urban, rivalry

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Art Ford
- **Networks / Studios**: Will Kohler Productions

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Martin E. Brooks** as *Johnny G*
- **Ann Donaldson** as *Coffee*
- **Johnny Seven** as *Allie*
- **Woodrow Parfrey** as *Sidney Wells*
- **Anatol Winogradoff** as *Max*
- **Leona Anderson** as *Leona*
- **Carrie Raddisson** as *Mimi*
- **Mike Mangini** as *Mickey*
- **Nick Rosse** as *Lou Caddy*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the central premise of Johnny Gunman?
The story follows rival gangsters Allie and Johnny G. as they vie for control of a New York mob racket after their capo is arrested.

### Q: When was Johnny Gunman released?
It was released in the United States on December 1, 1957.

### Q: What genre does the film belong to?
It is classified as a crime and drama film.

### Q: How long is the movie?
The runtime is approximately one hour and seven minutes.

### Q: What is the rating of Johnny Gunman?
The film is listed as not rated (NR).

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Johnny Gunman — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/282018)

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