Hoodlum Empire (1952)
"Nicky -- you think your bigger than the whole world."
It's a deadly play for power when a Mafia chieftain's top gun goes straight and threatens to testify against the big boss and his cruel, nationwide network of crime. The picture, which was shot in a semi-documentary style, was inspired by the Kefauver investigations of 1950-51.
Director: Joseph Kane
Genre: Crime
Runtime: 98 min
Release Date: April 15, 1952
Cast
- Brian Donlevy - Sen. William J. 'Bill' Stephens
- Claire Trevor - Connie Williams
- Forrest Tucker - Charles A. 'Charley' Pignatalli
- Vera Ralston - Marte 'Marty' Dufour Gray
- Luther Adler - Nicholas 'Nick' Mancani
- John Russell - Joe Gray
- Gene Lockhart - Sen. Tower
- Grant Withers - Rev. Simon Andrews
- Richard Jaeckel - Ted Dawson
- Roy Roberts - Police Chief
Screenplay
Music: Nathan Scott
Cinematography: Reggie Lanning
Production: Republic Pictures
Country: United States of America
Language: Deutsch, English
Original Language: en
Keywords
film noir, mafia, testify
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Hoodlum Empire about?
- It's a deadly play for power when a Mafia chieftain's top gun goes straight and threatens to testify against the big boss and his cruel, nationwide network of crime. The picture, which was shot in a semi-documentary style, was inspired by the Kefauver investigations of 1950-51.
- Who directed Hoodlum Empire?
- Hoodlum Empire was directed by Joseph Kane.
- Who stars in Hoodlum Empire?
- Hoodlum Empire stars Brian Donlevy, Claire Trevor, Forrest Tucker, Vera Ralston, Luther Adler, John Russell.
- How long is Hoodlum Empire?
- Hoodlum Empire has a runtime of 1h 38m (98 minutes).
- What genre is Hoodlum Empire?
- Hoodlum Empire is a Crime film.
- Where was Hoodlum Empire produced?
- Hoodlum Empire was produced in United States of America.