The read
It runs a compact 1h 1m.
Synopsis
Well-known philanthropist and deaf-mute John G. Harrison is identified leaving the scene of several murders but evades successful prosecution as there are hundreds of witnesses who have also seen him emceeing benefits at the exact same time as the murders.
Ratings
IMDb5.4/10
4 audience votes
Key crew
- Karl BrownScreenplay
- William BeaudineDirector
Cast
- Dick PurcellEdward Clarkk
- Joan WoodburyBarbara Mason
- John HamiltonJohn G. Harrison
- Warren HymerPolice Sgt. Pete Corrigan
- Mantan MorelandNicodemus
- J. Farrell MacDonaldPolice Captain
- Gayne WhitmanDistrict Attorney John W. Rogers
- Kenneth HarlanPolice Lt. Jim Brady
- George J. LewisKramer
- Karl HackettDefense Attorney
- Harry DeppLester P. Cutler
- Isabel La MalMrs. Rigby - Dave's Mother
Stills
Themes
deaf-muteremakemurderphilanthropistsign languagesfemale reporter