The Phenix City Story
“ALABAMA'S CITY OF SIN AND SHAME!”
Synopsis
A crime-busting lawyer and his initially reluctant attorney father take on the forces that run gambling and prostitution in their small Southern town.
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Phenix City Story 1955
Type: Clip • Published 2008-04-23
Top Cast
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John McIntire
Albert L. "Pat" Patterson
Richard Kiley
John Patterson
Kathryn Grant
Ellie Rhodes
Edward Andrews
Rhett Tanner
Lenka Peterson
Mary Jo Patterson
Biff McGuire
Fred Gage
Truman Smith
Ed Gage
Jean Carson
Cassie
Kathy Marlowe
Mamie
John Larch
Clem Wilson
Allen Nourse
Jeb Bassett
James Edwards
Zeke Ward
Helen Martin
Helen Ward
Otto Hulett
Hugh Bentley
George Mitchell
Hugh Britton
Ma Beachie
Self
James E. Seymour
Self
Clete Roberts
Self, The Interviewer
Release History & Theatrical Window
July 19, 1955
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Phil Karlson
- Screenplay & Story
- Crane Wilbur, Daniel Mainwaring
- Original Score
- Harry Sukman
- Original Title
- The Phenix City Story
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- German, English
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- Allied Artists Pictures, Bischoff-Diamond Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Phil Karlson
Crane Wilbur, Daniel Mainwaring
Harry Sukman
Harry Neumann
George White
David Diamond, Samuel Bischoff, Walter Mirisch
Department Leadership Roster
Harry Neumann
Director of Photography
Phil Karlson
Director
David Diamond
Producer
Samuel Bischoff
Producer
Crane Wilbur
Screenplay
Daniel Mainwaring
Screenplay
George White
Editor
Harry Sukman
Original Music Composer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Phenix City Story
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What is The Phenix City Story about?
A crime-busting lawyer and his initially reluctant attorney father take on the forces that run gambling and prostitution in their small Southern town.
Who directed The Phenix City Story?
The Phenix City Story was directed by Phil Karlson.
Who stars in The Phenix City Story?
The principal cast of The Phenix City Story includes John McIntire, Richard Kiley, Kathryn Grant, Edward Andrews, Lenka Peterson.
When was The Phenix City Story released and how long is it?
The Phenix City Story was released in 1955 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for The Phenix City Story?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Phenix City Story was composed by Harry Sukman.