Assassin for Hire (1951)
Tonight He'll Kill Again!
Antonio Riccardi, a rare stamp dealer who is secretly a hired killer, pays for the violin lessons of his gifted brother Giuseppe. To meet the expenses of Giuseppe's concert debut he accepts a further job, but his decision to do so provides Detective Inspector Carson, who has long hoped to ensnare Tony, with an opportunity that might now enable him to bring about his downfall.
Director: Michael McCarthy
Genre: Crime, Mystery
Runtime: 67 min
Release Date: April 1, 1951
Cast
- Sydney Tafler - Antonio Riccardi
- Ronald Howard - Detective Inspector Carson
- Katharine Blake - Maria Riccardi
- John Hewer - Giuseppe Riccardi
- June Rodney - Helen Garrett
- Gerald Case - Detective Sgt. Stott
- Gerald Case - Charlie
- Reginald Dyson - Josef Meyerling
- Martin Benson - Catesby
- Sam Kydd - Bert
Screenplay
Music: Ronnie Emanuel
Cinematography: Robert LaPresle
Editing: Eric Hodges
Production: Merton Park Studios
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
assassin
More Films by Director: Michael McCarthy
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Assassin for Hire about?
- Antonio Riccardi, a rare stamp dealer who is secretly a hired killer, pays for the violin lessons of his gifted brother Giuseppe. To meet the expenses of Giuseppe's concert debut he accepts a further job, but his decision to do so provides Detective Inspector Carson, who has long hoped to ensnare Tony, with an opportunity that might now enable him to bring about his downfall.
- Who directed Assassin for Hire?
- Assassin for Hire was directed by Michael McCarthy.
- Who stars in Assassin for Hire?
- Assassin for Hire stars Sydney Tafler, Ronald Howard, Katharine Blake, John Hewer, June Rodney, Gerald Case.
- How long is Assassin for Hire?
- Assassin for Hire has a runtime of 1h 7m (67 minutes).
- What genre is Assassin for Hire?
- Assassin for Hire is a Crime, Mystery film.
- Where was Assassin for Hire produced?
- Assassin for Hire was produced in United Kingdom.