Help Wanted
“Another thrilling CRIME DOES NOT PAY Subject”
Synopsis
A temporary laborer helps bring down a mob-sponsored employment racket.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
June 10, 1939
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Fred Zinnemann
- Screenplay & Story
- Karl Kamb
- Original Title
- Help Wanted
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 21m
- Production Studios
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Fred Zinnemann
Karl Kamb
Department Leadership Roster
Fred Zinnemann
Director
Karl Kamb
Screenplay
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Frequently Asked Questions About Help Wanted
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What is Help Wanted about?
A temporary laborer helps bring down a mob-sponsored employment racket.
Who directed Help Wanted?
Help Wanted was directed by Fred Zinnemann.
Who stars in Help Wanted?
The principal cast of Help Wanted includes Tom Neal, Jo Ann Sayers, Clem Bevans, Edward Pawley, Truman Bradley.
When was Help Wanted released and how long is it?
Help Wanted was released in 1939 with a total runtime of 21m.