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The Big Tip Off
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The Big Tip Off

1955-03-20 · 78 min · ★ 7.0

Crime

A newspaper man uses a mobster's tips to get the scoop on gangster activities.

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Directors
Frank McDonald
Production companies
William F. Broidy Pictures Corporation
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Richard ConteRichard ConteJohnny Denton
Constance SmithConstance SmithPenny Conroy
Bruce BennettBruce BennettBob Gilmore
Cathy DownsCathy DownsSister Mary Joan of Arc
James MillicanJames MillicanDet. Lt. George East
Dick BenedictHood #1
Sam FlintSam FlintFather Kearney
Mary CarrollMary CarrollSister Superior
Murray AlperMurray AlperDan Curry - Gambler
Lela BlissLela BlissMrs. Marshall
Spade CooleySpade CooleySpade
Harry GuardinoHarry GuardinoHood #2
Ginny JacksonGinny
Virginia CarrollVirginia CarrollMrs. Curry
George SandersTelevision Announcer (uncredited)
G. Pat CollinsG. Pat CollinsBartender at Scoop's (uncredited)

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