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6.0 / 10(3 votes)IMDb19401h 6mUnited States of America

The Crooked Road

Synopsis

A blackmail threat from an old prison buddy compels a man who has gone straight to consider yet another crime.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

May 10, 1940

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Phil Rosen
Screenplay & Story
Joseph Krumgold, Garnett Weston, Richard Blake
Original Title
The Crooked Road
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 6m
Production Studios
Republic Pictures

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Phil Rosen

Screenplay & Story

Joseph Krumgold, Garnett Weston, Richard Blake

Director of Photography

Ernest Miller

Film Editing

Ernest J. Nims

Producers

Robert North

Department Leadership Roster

Adele Palmer

Costume Design

Robert North

Producer

Phil Rosen

Phil Rosen

Director

Joseph Krumgold

Writer

Ernest Miller

Director of Photography

Ernest J. Nims

Editor

Garnett Weston

Writer

Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Crooked Road.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Crooked Road

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

What is The Crooked Road about?

A blackmail threat from an old prison buddy compels a man who has gone straight to consider yet another crime.

Who directed The Crooked Road?

The Crooked Road was directed by Phil Rosen.

Who stars in The Crooked Road?

The principal cast of The Crooked Road includes Edmund Lowe, Irene Hervey, Henry Wilcoxon, Paul Fix, Arthur Loft.

When was The Crooked Road released and how long is it?

The Crooked Road was released in 1940 with a total runtime of 1h 6m.