The Devil’s Jest
1954•1h 0m•
★6.5(2 ratings)
Drama
Overview
An aristocratic widow discovers that her former lover, a medical officer in the British army, is secretly a German spy.
Director
Alfred J. GouldingWriters
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An aristocratic widow discovers that her former lover, a medical officer in the British army, is secretly a German spy.
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The film was directed by Alfred J. Goulding.
The screenplay was written by Vance Uhden.
Cinematography was handled by Hal Young.
This title is listed on IMDb as tt0205033.
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The Devil’s Jest
Released
English
United Kingdom
