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The Night of January 16th
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The Night of January 16th

1941-11-28 · 80 min · ★ 5.8

Mystery · Crime · Drama

Accused of killing her employer, financier Bjorn Faulkner, Kit is championed by wisecracking sailor-on-leave Steve Van Ruyle, who has a vested interest in the outcome of the trial.

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Directors
William Clemens
Production companies
Paramount Pictures
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Robert PrestonRobert PrestonSteve Van Ruyle
Ellen DrewEllen DrewKatherine "Kit" Lane
Nils AstherNils AstherBjorn Faulkner
Clarence KolbClarence KolbTilton
Willard RobertsonWillard RobertsonInspector Donegan
Cecil KellawayCecil KellawayOscar, the Drunk
Donald DouglasDonald DouglasAttorney Polk
Paul StantonPaul StantonDistrict Attorney
Margaret HayesMargaret HayesNancy Wakefield
Harry HaydenHarry HaydenWilliamson
Roy GordonRoy GordonRoger Wakefield
Byron FoulgerByron FoulgerJeweler (uncredited)
Cliff NazarroCliff NazarroGas Station Attendant
Leon BelascoLeon BelascoFlight Steward (uncredited)
James FlavinJames FlavinPoliceman Kelly
Alice WhiteAlice WhiteFlashy Blonde
Rod CameronRod CameronAttrorney Polk's Assistant
Franklyn FarnumFranklyn FarnumJuror (uncredited)
Jack CarrPugnose Rafferty
Keith RichardsKeith RichardsFaulkner's Chauffeur

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