1940

0h 20m

7.0(6 votes)

Drama

Crime

Overview

This entry in MGM's "Crime Does Not Pay" series deals with illegal gambling and bookmaking.

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Cast & Crew

8 members

Acting

Tom Neal

Frank Watson

Acting

Ann Morriss

Rocky's Moll

Acting

Edwin Maxwell

Rocky Fallon

Acting

Jean Rouverol

Ruth

Acting

Hugh Beaumont

Mechanic (uncredited)

Acting

Don 'Red' Barry

Bryan (uncredited)

Acting

Joseph Crehan

Mayor Steven Andrews (uncredited)

Acting

Lloyd Corrigan

Mr. Higby (uncredited)

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