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The Spider

1945-12-01 · 63 min · ★ 5.6

Crime · Mystery

An ex-cop is suspected of murder after he is found with a dead woman. The private detective is on the run -- attempting to prove his innocence.

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Directors
Robert D. Webb
Production companies
20th Century Fox
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Richard ConteRichard ConteChris Conlon
Faye MarloweFaye MarloweLila Neilsen
Kurt KreugerKurt KreugerErnest
John HarveyJohn HarveyBurns
Martin KosleckMartin KosleckMikail Barak
Mantan MorelandMantan MorelandHarry
Walter SandeWalter SandeWalter Castle
Cara WilliamsCara WilliamsWanda Vann
Charles TannenCharles TannenDetective Tonti
Margaret BraytonMargaret BraytonJean
Ann SavageAnn SavageFlorence Cain
James FlavinJames FlavinOfficer Johnny Tracy
Ruth CliffordRuth CliffordMrs. Gillespie - Tenant

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