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A Hole in the Head
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A Hole in the Head

1959-09-15 · 120 min · ★ 6.2

Comedy · Drama

An impractical widower tries to hang onto his Miami hotel and his 12-year-old son.

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Directors
Frank Capra
Production companies
SinCap Productions
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

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Frank SinatraFrank SinatraTony Manetta
Edward G. RobinsonEdward G. RobinsonMario Manetta
Eleanor ParkerEleanor ParkerEloise Rogers
Thelma RitterThelma RitterSophie Manetta
Carolyn JonesCarolyn JonesShirl
Keenan WynnKeenan WynnJerry Marks
Dub TaylorDub TaylorFred
Joi LansingJoi LansingDorine
Eddie HodgesEddie HodgesAlly Manetta
Connie SawyerConnie SawyerMiss Wexler
Ruby DandridgeRuby DandridgeSally
James KomackJames KomackJulius Manetta
Benny RubinBenny RubinAbe Diamond
Sam McDanielSam McDanielAndy

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