Tough as They Come
“The Gang Takes Over the Law”
Synopsis
The 'Dead End Kids & Little Tough Guys' are working as collectors for a finance company, when they discover the company's illegal activities and try to stop them.
Top Cast
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Billy Halop
Tommy Clark
Paul Kelly
Dan Stevens
Helen Parrish
Ann Wilson
Ann Gillis
Frankie Taylor
Huntz Hall
Pig aka Albert
Bernard Punsly
Ape
Gabriel Dell
String
Virginia Brissac
Mrs. Clark
John Gallaudet
Mike Taylor
Gisela Werbisek
Mrs. Polashek
Jimmy Butler
Gene Bennett
John Eldredge
Walter Rogers
Theresa Harris
Bessie Mae
Clarence Muse
Eddie
Paul E. Burns
Phillips
Frank Faylen
Collector
Antonio Filauri
Fruit Vendor
James Flavin
Process Server
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 5, 1942
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- William Nigh
- Screenplay & Story
- Brenda Weisberg, Lewis Amster
- Original Score
- Frank Skinner
- Original Title
- Tough as They Come
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- Universal Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
William Nigh
Brenda Weisberg, Lewis Amster, Albert Bein
Frank Skinner
Elwood Bredell
Bernard W. Burton
Department Leadership Roster
William Nigh
Director
Vera West
Costume Design
Bernard W. Burton
Editor
Brenda Weisberg
Screenplay
Frank Skinner
Original Music Composer
Lewis Amster
Screenplay
Elwood Bredell
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About Tough as They Come
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Tough as They Come about?
The 'Dead End Kids & Little Tough Guys' are working as collectors for a finance company, when they discover the company's illegal activities and try to stop them.
Who directed Tough as They Come?
Tough as They Come was directed by William Nigh.
Who stars in Tough as They Come?
The principal cast of Tough as They Come includes Billy Halop, Paul Kelly, Helen Parrish, Ann Gillis, Huntz Hall.
When was Tough as They Come released and how long is it?
Tough as They Come was released in 1942 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.
Who composed the musical score for Tough as They Come?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Tough as They Come was composed by Frank Skinner.