Alias Nick Beal
“No man ever held more terrible power over women than this tall dark handsome stranger from nowhere!”
Synopsis
After straight-arrow district attorney Joseph Foster says in frustration that he would sell his soul to bring down a local mob boss, a smooth-talking stranger named Nick Beal shows up with enough evidence to seal a conviction. When that success leads Foster to run for governor, Beal's unearthly hold on him turns the previously honest man corrupt, much to the displeasure of his wife and his steadfast minister.
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Alias Nick Beal (1949) ORIGINAL TRAILER
Type: Trailer • Published 2021-02-01
Top Cast
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Ray Milland
Nick Beal
Audrey Totter
Donna Allen
Thomas Mitchell
Joseph Foster
George Macready
Thomas Garfield
Fred Clark
Frankie Faulkner
Geraldine Wall
Martha Foster
Henry O'Neill
Judge Ben Hobbs
Darryl Hickman
Larry Price
Nestor Paiva
Karl
King Donovan
Peter Wolfe
Charles Evans
Paul Norton
Ernö Verebes
Mr. Cox
Douglas Spencer
Henry T. Finch
Arlene Jenkins
Aileen
Pepito Pérez
Poster Man
Joey Ray
Tommy Ray
Leon Alton
Supporter
Edward Biby
Party Guest
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 4, 1949
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Farrow
- Screenplay & Story
- Jonathan Latimer
- Original Score
- Franz Waxman
- Original Title
- Alias Nick Beal
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Production Studios
- Paramount Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Farrow
Jonathan Latimer, Mindret Lord
Franz Waxman
Lionel Lindon
Eda Warren
Endre Bohem
Department Leadership Roster
Jonathan Latimer
Screenplay
John Farrow
Director
Endre Bohem
Producer
Franz Waxman
Original Music Composer
Eda Warren
Editor
Lionel Lindon
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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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 Alias Nick Beal
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What is Alias Nick Beal about?
After straight-arrow district attorney Joseph Foster says in frustration that he would sell his soul to bring down a local mob boss, a smooth-talking stranger named Nick Beal shows up with enough evidence to seal a conviction. When that success leads Foster to run for governor, Beal's unearthly hold on him turns the previously honest man corrupt, much to the displeasure of his wife and his steadfast minister.
Who directed Alias Nick Beal?
Alias Nick Beal was directed by John Farrow.
Who stars in Alias Nick Beal?
The principal cast of Alias Nick Beal includes Ray Milland, Audrey Totter, Thomas Mitchell, George Macready, Fred Clark.
When was Alias Nick Beal released and how long is it?
Alias Nick Beal was released in 1949 with a total runtime of 1h 33m.
Who composed the musical score for Alias Nick Beal?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Alias Nick Beal was composed by Franz Waxman.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Alias Nick Beal?
Alias Nick Beal holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).