The Blonde Pick-Up
“The Strange Love Life Of A Wrestling Gal”
Synopsis
Scalli is a gangster who manages women wrestlers as a front for his bookmaking, drug, and prostitution rackets. He trusts the wrong people and ends up trying to run away from both the police and mysterious mob boss Mr. Big, to whom he owes $35,000.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Racket Girls (1951) Original Trailer [FHD]
Type: Trailer • Published 2021-10-15
Top Cast
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Timothy Farrell
Umberto Scalli
Peaches Page
'Peaches' Page
Clara Mortensen
Clara Mortensen, World Champion
Rita Martínez
Rita Martinez, Champion of Mexico
Muriel Gardner
Ruby McKenzie
Don Ferrara
Joe the Jockey
Matt Douglas
Ronnie, a Mobster
Paul Merton
Monk, the Book-keeper
Bruce Spencer
Eddie, a Gangster
Tony Zarro
Lefty, a Mobster
Mary Jean Walker
Jackie, a Bookie
William Lamont
Senate Investigator
Phil Bernard
Mr. Big, the Gang Leader
Jimmy Lennon Sr.
Jimmy Lennon
Phil Solomon
Phil Solomon, Wrestling Referee
Doris Ives
Beverly, an Unemployed
The Leopard Lady
Woman Wrestler (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 5, 1951
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert C. Dertano
- Screenplay & Story
- Robert C. Dertano
- Original Title
- The Blonde Pick-Up
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 10m
- Production Studios
- Screen Classics (II), Arena Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert C. Dertano
Robert C. Dertano
William C. Thompson
Robert C. Dertano
George Weiss
Department Leadership Roster
Robert C. Dertano
Director
Robert C. Dertano
Writer
George Weiss
Producer
William C. Thompson
Director of Photography
Robert C. Dertano
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Blonde Pick-Up
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Blonde Pick-Up about?
Scalli is a gangster who manages women wrestlers as a front for his bookmaking, drug, and prostitution rackets. He trusts the wrong people and ends up trying to run away from both the police and mysterious mob boss Mr. Big, to whom he owes $35,000.
Who directed The Blonde Pick-Up?
The Blonde Pick-Up was directed by Robert C. Dertano.
Who stars in The Blonde Pick-Up?
The principal cast of The Blonde Pick-Up includes Timothy Farrell, Peaches Page, Clara Mortensen, Rita Martínez, Muriel Gardner.
When was The Blonde Pick-Up released and how long is it?
The Blonde Pick-Up was released in 1951 with a total runtime of 1h 10m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Blonde Pick-Up?
The Blonde Pick-Up holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).