Big Jim McLain
“FILMED in HAWAII and FILLED with EXCITEMENT!”
Synopsis
House Un-American Activities Committee investigators Jim McLain and Mal Baxter come to post war Hawaii to track Communist Party activities even though belonging to the party was legal at the time. They are interested in everything from insurance fraud to the sabotage of a U.S. naval vessel.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
August 30, 1952
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Edward Ludwig
- Screenplay & Story
- Richard English, James Edward Grant, Eric Taylor
- Original Title
- Big Jim McLain
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- Wayne-Fellows Productions, Warner Bros. Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Edward Ludwig
Richard English, James Edward Grant, Eric Taylor
Robert Fellows
Department Leadership Roster
Edward Ludwig
Director
Richard English
Writer
James Edward Grant
Writer
Eric Taylor
Writer
Robert Fellows
Producer
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Big Jim McLain
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What is Big Jim McLain about?
House Un-American Activities Committee investigators Jim McLain and Mal Baxter come to post war Hawaii to track Communist Party activities even though belonging to the party was legal at the time. They are interested in everything from insurance fraud to the sabotage of a U.S. naval vessel.
Who directed Big Jim McLain?
Big Jim McLain was directed by Edward Ludwig.
Who stars in Big Jim McLain?
The principal cast of Big Jim McLain includes John Wayne, Nancy Olson, James Arness, Alan Napier, Veda Ann Borg.
When was Big Jim McLain released and how long is it?
Big Jim McLain was released in 1952 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Big Jim McLain?
Big Jim McLain holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.).