

The Street with No Name
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Synopsis
After two gang-related killings in "Center City," a suspect (who was framed) is arrested, released on bail...and murdered. Inspector Briggs of the FBI recruits a young agent, Gene Cordell, to go undercover in the shadowy Skid Row area (alias George Manly) as a potential victim of the same racket. Soon, Gene meets Alec Stiles, neurotic mastermind who's "building an organization along scientific lines." Stiles recruits Cordell, whose job becomes a lot more dangerous.
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The Street with No Name trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2011-10-03
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Mark Stevens
Gene Cordell / George Manly
Richard Widmark
Alec Stiles
Lloyd Nolan
Inspector George A. Briggs
Barbara Lawrence
Judy Stiles
Ed Begley
Chief Bernard Harmatz
Donald Buka
Shivvy
Joseph Pevney
Matty
John McIntire
Cy Gordon
Walter Greaza
Lt. Paul Staller
Howard Smith
Ralph Demory
Larry Anzalone
Sparring Partner (Uncredited)
George Barrows
Bouncer at Gym (Uncredited)
Joan Blair
Valentine Laval (Uncredited)
James J. Casino
Cornerman (Uncredited)
Lane Chandler
Policeman at Arcade (Uncredited)
Dick Cherney
Man at Gym (Uncredited)
Noble 'Kid' Chissell
Prisoner (Uncredited)
Edmund Cobb
Desk Sergeant (Uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
July 14, 1948
Wide Cinema Exhibition
July 4, 2007
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- William Keighley
- Screenplay & Story
- Harry Kleiner
- Original Score
- David Buttolph
- Original Title
- The Street with No Name
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Production Studios
- 20th Century Fox
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
William Keighley
Harry Kleiner
David Buttolph
Joseph MacDonald
William Reynolds
Samuel G. Engel
Department Leadership Roster
William Reynolds
Editor
Harry Kleiner
Screenplay
Joseph MacDonald
Director of Photography
William Keighley
Director
Samuel G. Engel
Producer
David Buttolph
Original Music Composer
Kay Nelson
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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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 The Street with No Name
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Street with No Name about?
After two gang-related killings in "Center City," a suspect (who was framed) is arrested, released on bail...and murdered. Inspector Briggs of the FBI recruits a young agent, Gene Cordell, to go undercover in the shadowy Skid Row area (alias George Manly) as a potential victim of the same racket. Soon, Gene meets Alec Stiles, neurotic mastermind who's "building an organization along scientific lines." Stiles recruits Cordell, whose job becomes a lot more dangerous.
Who directed The Street with No Name?
The Street with No Name was directed by William Keighley.
Who stars in The Street with No Name?
The principal cast of The Street with No Name includes Mark Stevens, Richard Widmark, Lloyd Nolan, Barbara Lawrence, Ed Begley.
When was The Street with No Name released and how long is it?
The Street with No Name was released in 1948 with a total runtime of 1h 31m.
Who composed the musical score for The Street with No Name?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Street with No Name was composed by David Buttolph.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Street with No Name?
The Street with No Name holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).




















