Tornado
“A WIND FROM HELL!--blowing life...or DEATH!”
Synopsis
The owner of an Illinois coal mine struggles to keep his business in operation, all the while unaware that among his employees is a saboteur planning destruction and chaos.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
August 9, 1943
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- William Berke
- Screenplay & Story
- Maxwell Shane
- Original Title
- Tornado
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 23m
- Production Studios
- Paramount Pictures, Pine-Thomas Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
William Berke
Maxwell Shane, John Guedel
Fred Jackman Jr.
William H. Ziegler
William C. Thomas, William H. Pine
Department Leadership Roster
William Berke
Director
William C. Thomas
Producer
William H. Pine
Producer
William H. Ziegler
Editor
Maxwell Shane
Screenplay
Fred Jackman Jr.
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About Tornado
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Tornado about?
The owner of an Illinois coal mine struggles to keep his business in operation, all the while unaware that among his employees is a saboteur planning destruction and chaos.
Who directed Tornado?
Tornado was directed by William Berke.
Who stars in Tornado?
The principal cast of Tornado includes Chester Morris, Nancy Kelly, Gwen Kenyon, Nestor Paiva, William Henry.
When was Tornado released and how long is it?
Tornado was released in 1943 with a total runtime of 1h 23m.
Is Tornado based on a book or true story?
Tornado is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "John Guedel".