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The Crooked Web (1955)

Movie ★ 6.0 77 min

Following WWII, ex-G.I. Stan opened up a drive-in restaurant. His girlfriend, Joanie, is one of the car hops. They want to get married someday, but the less-than-stellar business the restaurant takes in puts a hold on that plan. One day, Joanie's ne’er-do-well brother Frank blows into town with a money-making scheme. She's against it, but Stan - an inveterate gambler - finds the promise of riches too seductive to resist…

Nathan Juran Director Lou Breslow Writer

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Quick facts

Released
November 30, 1955
Runtime
77 min
Rating
NR
IMDb
tt0047962
Language
,
Studio
Clover Productions,

Themes

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Crooked Web about?
Following WWII, ex-G.I. Stan opened up a drive-in restaurant. His girlfriend, Joanie, is one of the car hops. They want to get married someday, but the less-than-stellar business the restaurant takes in puts a hold on that plan. One day, Joanie's ne’er-do-well brother Frank blows into town with a money-making scheme. She's against it, but Stan - an inveterate gambler - finds the promise of riches too seductive to resist…
Who directed The Crooked Web?
The Crooked Web was directed by Nathan Juran.
Who stars in The Crooked Web?
The Crooked Web stars Frank Lovejoy, Mari Blanchard, Richard Denning, John Mylong.
When was The Crooked Web released?
The Crooked Web is a 1955 crime, drama film.
Where can I watch The Crooked Web?
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