Parole Fixer
“A True Story from the Files of J. Edgar Hoover”
Synopsis
This expose of the U.S. parole system, as seen through the eyes of FBI Director J. Edgar Hoover, takes dead aim on lawyers who manipulate the justice system in order to get undeserving convicts parole from prisons. The point is made when FBI agents are assigned to track down "Big Boy" Bradmore, who after getting an undeserved parole, via the efforts of a shyster lawyer, promptly murders an FBI agent.
Top Cast
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William Henry
Scott Britton
Virginia Dale
Enid Casserly
Robert Paige
Steve Eddson
Gertrude Michael
Collette Menthe
Richard Denning
Bruce Eaton
Fay Helm
Rita Mattison
Anthony Quinn
Francis 'Big Boy' Bradmore
Harvey Stephens
Bartley Hanford
Marjorie Gateson
Mrs. Thorton Casserly
Charlotte Wynters
Nellie
Lyle Talbot
Ross Waring
Louise Beavers
Aunt Lindy
Paul McGrath
Tyler Craden
Wilfred Roberts
Frank Preston
Jack Carson
George Mattison
Richard Carle
Gustav Kalkus
Eddie Marr
Edward 'Slim' Racky
Morgan Wallace
Ben
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 2, 1940
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert Florey
- Screenplay & Story
- William R. Lipman, Horace McCoy
- Original Score
- Gerard Carbonara, John Leipold, Leo Shuken
- Original Title
- Parole Fixer
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 8m
- Production Studios
- Paramount Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert Florey
William R. Lipman, Horace McCoy, J. Edgar Hoover
Gerard Carbonara, John Leipold, Leo Shuken
Harry Fischbeck
Harvey Johnston
Edward T. Lowe Jr.
Department Leadership Roster
Robert Florey
Director
William R. Lipman
Screenplay
Horace McCoy
Screenplay
Edward T. Lowe Jr.
Producer
Gerard Carbonara
Original Music Composer
John Leipold
Original Music Composer
Leo Shuken
Original Music Composer
Harry Fischbeck
Director of Photography
Harvey Johnston
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Parole Fixer
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Parole Fixer about?
This expose of the U.S. parole system, as seen through the eyes of FBI Director J. Edgar Hoover, takes dead aim on lawyers who manipulate the justice system in order to get undeserving convicts parole from prisons. The point is made when FBI agents are assigned to track down "Big Boy" Bradmore, who after getting an undeserved parole, via the efforts of a shyster lawyer, promptly murders an FBI agent.
Who directed Parole Fixer?
Parole Fixer was directed by Robert Florey.
Who stars in Parole Fixer?
The principal cast of Parole Fixer includes William Henry, Virginia Dale, Robert Paige, Gertrude Michael, Richard Denning.
When was Parole Fixer released and how long is it?
Parole Fixer was released in 1940 with a total runtime of 1h 8m.
Who composed the musical score for Parole Fixer?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Parole Fixer was composed by Gerard Carbonara, John Leipold, Leo Shuken.
Is Parole Fixer based on a book or true story?
Parole Fixer is adapted from the following source material: Book: "J. Edgar Hoover".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Parole Fixer?
Parole Fixer holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).