Destination Murder
“Love Was One Rap He Couldn't Beat!”
Synopsis
Laura Mansfield catches a glimpse of mob hit man Jackie Wales after he shoots her businessman father. At the police station, Laura identifies Jackie as the murderer, but the policeman in charge of the case, Lt. Brewster, lets him go, citing a lack of corroborating evidence. Outraged, Laura worms her way into the unsuspecting Jackie's heart, trying to snare him and mob-connected club owner Armitage in her trap.
Top Cast
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Joyce Mackenzie
Laura Mansfield
Stanley Clements
Jackie Wales
Hurd Hatfield
Stretch Norton
Albert Dekker
Armitage
Myrna Dell
Alice Wentworth
James Flavin
Police Lt. Brewster
John Dehner
Frank Niles
Richard Emory
Police Sgt. Mulcahy
Norma Vance
Fran, Inebriated Lady
Buddy Swan
Arthur, Blue Streak Messenger
Suzette Harbin
Harriett, Nightclub Maid
Burt Wenland
Dave, Blue Streak Messenger
Franklyn Farnum
Arthur Mansfield
Leon Alton
Nightclub Patron (Uncredited)
Harold Miller
Nightclub Patron (Uncredited)
Suzanne Ridgway
Nightclub Patron (Uncredited)
Jeffrey Sayre
Nightclub Patron (Uncredited)
Steven Ritch
Waiter (Uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 9, 1950
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Edward L. Cahn
- Screenplay & Story
- Don Martin
- Original Score
- Irving Gertz
- Original Title
- Destination Murder
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 12m
- Production Studios
- Prominent Features
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Edward L. Cahn
Don Martin
Irving Gertz
Jackson Rose
Philip Cahn
Maurie M. Suess, Edward L. Cahn
Department Leadership Roster
Don Martin
Screenplay
Edward L. Cahn
Director
Maurie M. Suess
Producer
Edward L. Cahn
Producer
Jackson Rose
Director of Photography
Philip Cahn
Editor
Irving Gertz
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Destination Murder
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Destination Murder about?
Laura Mansfield catches a glimpse of mob hit man Jackie Wales after he shoots her businessman father. At the police station, Laura identifies Jackie as the murderer, but the policeman in charge of the case, Lt. Brewster, lets him go, citing a lack of corroborating evidence. Outraged, Laura worms her way into the unsuspecting Jackie's heart, trying to snare him and mob-connected club owner Armitage in her trap.
Who directed Destination Murder?
Destination Murder was directed by Edward L. Cahn.
Who stars in Destination Murder?
The principal cast of Destination Murder includes Joyce Mackenzie, Stanley Clements, Hurd Hatfield, Albert Dekker, Myrna Dell.
When was Destination Murder released and how long is it?
Destination Murder was released in 1950 with a total runtime of 1h 12m.
Who composed the musical score for Destination Murder?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Destination Murder was composed by Irving Gertz.