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The Unholy Three
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The Unholy Three

1930-07-12 · 72 min · ★ 5.9

Crime · Drama

A trio of former sideshow performers double as the "Unholy Three" in a scam to nab some shiny rocks.

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Directors
Jack Conway
Production companies
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Lon ChaneyLon ChaneyProfessor Echo / Grandma O'Grady
Lila LeeLila LeeRosie O'Grady
Elliott NugentElliott NugentHector McDonald
Harry EarlesHarry EarlesTweedledee aka Willie 'Midget'
John MiljanJohn MiljanProsecuting Attorney
Ivan LinowIvan LinowHercules
Clarence BurtonClarence BurtonRegan
Crauford KentCrauford KentDefense Attorney
Trixie FriganzaTrixie FriganzaLady Customer (uncredited)
Cecilia ParkerCecilia ParkerFirst Siamese Twin (uncredited)
Linda ParkerSecond Siamese Twin (uncredited)
Ray CookeSailor at Sideshow (uncredited)
Jack BaxleyOutside Sideshow Barker (uncredited)

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