The Racket boldly begins where the Senate crime committee left off!
The big national crime syndicate has moved into town, partnering up with local crime boss Nick Scanlon. McQuigg, the only honest police captain on the force, and his loyal patrolman, Johnson, take on the violent Nick.
Mary McQuigg
The film's tagline is: "The Racket boldly begins where the Senate crime committee left off!"
The runtime is 88 minutes (1h 28m).
The film was directed by John Cromwell.
The screenplay was written by William Wister Haines and W.R. Burnett.
Cinematography was handled by George E. Diskant.
The film features a large ensemble cast of over 74 credited actors.
This title is listed on IMDb as tt0043955.
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The Racket
Released
NR
English
United States of America
