City of Shadows
“The inside story of a criminal empire spawned on city streets...its laws executed in back alleys in bullets and blood”
Synopsis
After several years of supporting parts, Victor McLaglen once more landed a leading role in Republic's City of Shadows. McLaglen plays Big Tim Channing, an ageing but powerful gangster who raises young newsboy Dan Mason as his own son. Upon reaching adulthood, Mason (John Baer) becomes a law student, with the covert (and illegal) help of Channing. Despite his checkered past, Mason opts for honesty when he falls in love with Fern Fellows (Kathleen Crowley). This decision ultimately spells the doom for Mason's mentor Big Tim.
Top Cast
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Victor McLaglen
Big Tim Channing
John Baer
Dan Mason
Kathleen Crowley
Fern Fellows
Anthony Caruso
Tony Finetti
June Vincent
Linda Fairaday
Richard Reeves
Angelo Di Bruno
Paul Maxey
Davis, Disbarred Lawyer
Frank Ferguson
District Attorney Hunt
Richard Travis
Phil Jergins
Kay E. Kuter
Bartender Kink (as Kay Kuter)
Nicolas Coster
Roy Fellows
Fern Hall
Miss Hall
Gloria Pall
Waitress
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 2, 1955
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- William Witney
- Screenplay & Story
- Houston Branch
- Original Score
- Robert Armbruster, R. Dale Butts
- Original Title
- City of Shadows
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 10m
- Production Studios
- Republic Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
William Witney
Houston Branch
Robert Armbruster, R. Dale Butts
Reggie Lanning
Tony Martinelli
Department Leadership Roster
William Witney
Director
Houston Branch
Screenplay
Robert Armbruster
Original Music Composer
R. Dale Butts
Original Music Composer
Reggie Lanning
Director of Photography
Tony Martinelli
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About City of Shadows
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is City of Shadows about?
After several years of supporting parts, Victor McLaglen once more landed a leading role in Republic's City of Shadows. McLaglen plays Big Tim Channing, an ageing but powerful gangster who raises young newsboy Dan Mason as his own son. Upon reaching adulthood, Mason (John Baer) becomes a law student, with the covert (and illegal) help of Channing. Despite his checkered past, Mason opts for honesty when he falls in love with Fern Fellows (Kathleen Crowley). This decision ultimately spells the doom for Mason's mentor Big Tim.
Who directed City of Shadows?
City of Shadows was directed by William Witney.
Who stars in City of Shadows?
The principal cast of City of Shadows includes Victor McLaglen, John Baer, Kathleen Crowley, Anthony Caruso, June Vincent.
When was City of Shadows released and how long is it?
City of Shadows was released in 1955 with a total runtime of 1h 10m.
Who composed the musical score for City of Shadows?
The original motion picture soundtrack for City of Shadows was composed by Robert Armbruster, R. Dale Butts.