1941

0h 20m

6.0(2 votes)

Crime

Drama

Overview

Shows how so-called "minor" lawbreakers can do more damage than major criminals.

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Cast & Crew

4 members

Acting

Moroni Olsen

Dr. Walter Terriss

Acting

Richard Lane

George Johnson

Acting

Frank Orth

Peter Brennan

Acting

William Forrest

Police Lieutenant Edward Macroy

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