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5.2 / 10(13 votes)IMDbNR19551h 10mUnited States of America

Double Jeopardy

“A Deadly Formula For Murder!”

Synopsis

Marc Hill is the attorney for Emmet Devrey, a real estate developer with a past, who is being blackmailed by his former partner Sam Baggett. When Sam's unfaithful wife Marge cooks up a scheme with her used car salesman lover Jeff Calder to bilk both Devrey and her alcoholic husband, Sam is killed and Devrey is accused of the crime. Mark is called to prove his employers innocence.

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Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

June 23, 1955

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
R.G. Springsteen
Screenplay & Story
Don Martin
Original Score
R. Dale Butts
Original Title
Double Jeopardy
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 10m
Production Studios
Republic Pictures

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

R.G. Springsteen

Screenplay & Story

Don Martin

Original Score & Music

R. Dale Butts

Director of Photography

John L. Russell

Film Editing

Cliff Bell Sr.

Producers

Rudy Ralston

Department Leadership Roster

R.G. Springsteen

R.G. Springsteen

Director

Cliff Bell Sr.

Editor

Don Martin

Writer

John L. Russell

Director of Photography

R. Dale Butts

Original Music Composer

Rudy Ralston

Producer

Adele Palmer

Costume Design

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: NR

NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)NR

Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Double Jeopardy.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Double Jeopardy

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Double Jeopardy about?

Marc Hill is the attorney for Emmet Devrey, a real estate developer with a past, who is being blackmailed by his former partner Sam Baggett. When Sam's unfaithful wife Marge cooks up a scheme with her used car salesman lover Jeff Calder to bilk both Devrey and her alcoholic husband, Sam is killed and Devrey is accused of the crime. Mark is called to prove his employers innocence.

Who directed Double Jeopardy?

Double Jeopardy was directed by R.G. Springsteen.

Who stars in Double Jeopardy?

The principal cast of Double Jeopardy includes Rod Cameron, Gale Robbins, Allison Hayes, Jack Kelly, John Litel.

When was Double Jeopardy released and how long is it?

Double Jeopardy was released in 1955 with a total runtime of 1h 10m.

Who composed the musical score for Double Jeopardy?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Double Jeopardy was composed by R. Dale Butts.

What is the age rating and content advisory for Double Jeopardy?

Double Jeopardy holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).