

Loophole
“Desperate man on the hot spot... and only one way out!”
Synopsis
Bank teller Mike Donovan (Barry Sullivan) takes the first step on the road to Perdition when he fails to report a $49,000 shortage. Accused of theft, Donovan is fired from his job. He is then prevented from finding other employment by Javert-like insurance investigator Gus Slavin (Charles McGraw). Despite many setbacks, Donovan attempts to clear his muddied name.
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Loophole (1954)
Type: Clip • Published 2010-08-29
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March 28, 1954
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Harold D. Schuster
- Screenplay & Story
- Warren Douglas
- Original Score
- Paul Dunlap
- Original Title
- Loophole
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 20m
- Production Studios
- Allied Artists Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Harold D. Schuster
Warren Douglas
Paul Dunlap
William A. Sickner
Lindsley Parsons
Department Leadership Roster
Warren Douglas
Screenplay
Lindsley Parsons
Producer
Harold D. Schuster
Director
William A. Sickner
Director of Photography
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Loophole
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What is Loophole about?
Bank teller Mike Donovan (Barry Sullivan) takes the first step on the road to Perdition when he fails to report a $49,000 shortage. Accused of theft, Donovan is fired from his job. He is then prevented from finding other employment by Javert-like insurance investigator Gus Slavin (Charles McGraw). Despite many setbacks, Donovan attempts to clear his muddied name.
Who directed Loophole?
Loophole was directed by Harold D. Schuster.
Who stars in Loophole?
The principal cast of Loophole includes Barry Sullivan, Dorothy Malone, Charles McGraw, Don Haggerty, Mary Beth Hughes.
When was Loophole released and how long is it?
Loophole was released in 1954 with a total runtime of 1h 20m.
Who composed the musical score for Loophole?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Loophole was composed by Paul Dunlap.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Loophole?
Loophole holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).




















