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Phantom Killer

1942-10-02 · 61 min · ★ 5.2

Romance · Mystery · Crime · Thriller

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.

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Directors
William Beaudine
Production companies
Monogram Pictures
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Dick PurcellDick PurcellEdward Clarkk
Joan WoodburyJoan WoodburyBarbara Mason
John HamiltonJohn HamiltonJohn G. Harrison
Warren HymerWarren HymerPolice Sgt. Pete Corrigan
Mantan MorelandMantan MorelandNicodemus
J. Farrell MacDonaldJ. Farrell MacDonaldPolice Captain
Gayne WhitmanGayne WhitmanDistrict Attorney John W. Rogers
Kenneth HarlanKenneth HarlanPolice Lt. Jim Brady
George J. LewisGeorge J. LewisKramer
Karl HackettKarl HackettDefense Attorney
Harry DeppHarry DeppLester P. Cutler
Isabel La MalIsabel La MalMrs. Rigby - Dave's Mother
Robert CarsonDave Rigby
Frank EllisFrank EllisKelsey
Victor AdamsonVictor AdamsonCity Hall Janitor (uncredited)
Arthur BerkeleyCourtroom Spectator (uncredited)
Jack CheathamJack CheathamBailiff (uncredited)

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