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Release History & Theatrical Window
March 9, 1929
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- William Wyler
- Screenplay & Story
- Charles Logue, Clarence Marks, Albert DeMond
- Original Score
- Joseph Cherniavsky
- Original Title
- The Shakedown
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 5m
- Production Studios
- Universal Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
William Wyler
Charles Logue, Clarence Marks, Albert DeMond
Joseph Cherniavsky
Richard Cahoon, Lloyd Nosler
Department Leadership Roster
William Wyler
Director
Charles Logue
Writer
Albert DeMond
Writer
Richard Cahoon
Editor
Lloyd Nosler
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Shakedown.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Shakedown
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Shakedown about?
A grifter in a boxing scam learns a better way from an orphan and a beautiful girl.
Who directed The Shakedown?
The Shakedown was directed by William Wyler.
Who stars in The Shakedown?
The principal cast of The Shakedown includes James Murray, Barbara Kent, George Kotsonaros, Wheeler Oakman, Jack Hanlon.
When was The Shakedown released and how long is it?
The Shakedown was released in 1929 with a total runtime of 1h 5m.
Who composed the musical score for The Shakedown?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Shakedown was composed by Joseph Cherniavsky.