Pound Foolish
1940•20m•
★8.0(3 ratings)
Crime
Overview
An expose of attempts by wealthy people to avoid payment of customs duties. Part of the MGM "Crime Does Not Pay" series.
Director
Felix E. FeistWriters
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An expose of attempts by wealthy people to avoid payment of customs duties. Part of the MGM "Crime Does Not Pay" series.
MGM Crime Reporter
The film was directed by Felix E. Feist.
The screenplay was written by Doane R. Hoag and Felix E. Feist.
This title is listed on IMDb as tt0032936.
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Great
3 votes
Pound Foolish
Released
English
