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The Payoff

19421h 14mArthur Dreifuss

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"HE'S BACK AGAIN... The Fastest talking newshawk in his greatest role!"

The city's District Attorney is murdered, and a newspaper reporter investigates. He starts finding out that everything wasn't quite as cut and dried as it appeared to be.

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What is The Payoff (1942) about?

The city's District Attorney is murdered, and a newspaper reporter investigates. He starts finding out that everything wasn't quite as cut and dried as it appeared to be.

Who stars in The Payoff?

The Payoff stars Lee Tracy (Brad McKay), Tom Brown (Guy Norris), Tina Thayer (Phyllis Walker), Evelyn Brent (Alma Dorn), Jack La Rue (John Angus). The film was directed by Arthur Dreifuss.

How long is The Payoff?

The Payoff has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1942.

Where can I watch The Payoff?

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