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The Crooked Web

NR19551h 17mNathan Juran
IMDb 6.0
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Following World War II, ex-G.I. Stan Fabian opens a drive-in restaurant, where his girlfriend, Joanie, is a car hop. They want to get married someday, but less-than-stellar business puts a hold on that. One day, Joanie's ne’er-do-well brother Frank blows into town with a money-making scheme. She's against it, but inveterate gambler Stan finds the promise of riches too seductive to resist.

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What is The Crooked Web (1955) about?

Following World War II, ex-G.I. Stan Fabian opens a drive-in restaurant, where his girlfriend, Joanie, is a car hop. They want to get married someday, but less-than-stellar business puts a hold on that. One day, Joanie's ne’er-do-well brother Frank blows into town with a money-making scheme. She's against it, but inveterate gambler Stan finds the promise of riches too seductive to resist.

Who stars in The Crooked Web?

The Crooked Web stars Frank Lovejoy (Stanley E. 'Stan' Fabian), Mari Blanchard (Joanie Daniel), Richard Denning (Frank Daniel), John Mylong (Herr Koenig), Harry Lauter (Sgt. Mike Jancoweizc). The film was directed by Nathan Juran.

How long is The Crooked Web?

The Crooked Web has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1955. It is rated NR.

Is The Crooked Web worth watching?

The Crooked Web holds an IMDb rating of 6.0/10. Fans of Crime, Drama are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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