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The Squeaker
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The Squeaker

1937-11-11 · 77 min · ★ 6.3

Romance · Crime · Drama · Mystery

London's jewel thieves are under the thumb of a mysterious fence, who ruthlessly exposes any thief who crosses him. Desperate, Scotland Yard re-hires ex-Inspector Barrabal who, as a known drunkard, is ideally suited to go undercover with a faked criminal record (which may spoil his chances with lovely Carol Stedman).

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Directors
William K. Howard
Production companies
London Films Productions
Countries
United Kingdom
Status
Released

Top Cast

Edmund LoweEdmund LoweInspector Barrabal
Sebastian ShawSebastian ShawFrank Sutton
Ann ToddAnn ToddCarol Stedman
Tamara DesniTamara DesniTamara
Robert NewtonRobert NewtonLarry Graeme
Allan JeayesAllan JeayesInspector Elford
Alastair SimAlastair SimJoshua Collie
Stewart RomeStewart RomePolice Superintendent Marshall
Mabel Terry-LewisMabel Terry-LewisMrs. Stedman
Gordon McLeodGordon McLeodMr. Field
Syd CrossleySyd CrossleyMinor Role
Alf GoddardPolice Sgt. Hawkins
Danny GreenDanny GreenSafecracker
Fred GrovesFred GrovesMartin
Michael RennieMichael RennieMedical Examiner
Bill ShineBill ShineAlfie
Ben WilliamsDale
Philip RayPhilip RaySafecracker (uncredited)
Noel DaintonPolice Inspector (uncredited)

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