

The Steel Fist
1952-01-06 · 73 min · ★ 6.0
In an Iron Curtain country an idealistic student goes on the run from the Communist authorities.
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- Directors
- Wesley Barry
- Production companies
- Monogram Pictures
- Countries
- United States of America
- Status
- Released
Top Cast
Roddy McDowallEric Kardin
Kristine MillerMarlina
Harry LauterFranz
Rand BrooksCaptain Giorg Nicholoff
Byron FoulgerProfessor Kardin
Murray AlperNicholas
Marc KrahDouble Agent on Train
Kate Drain LawsonMrs. Krechow
Michael VallonOld Man on Train Station
Glen VernonStudent
Fred Kohler Jr.Soldier
Gil PerkinsFirst Organizer (uncredited)Title information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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