I Cheated the Law
1949, English. Directed by Edward L. Cahn.
A triple cross that almost became a triple murder!
An attorney learns he was duped into being his gangster murder client's alibi.
- Runtime
- 1h 9m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Edward L. CahnDirector
- Tom ConwayJohn Campbell
- Steve BrodieFrank Bricolle
- Robert OsterlohJoe Corsi
- Barbara BillingsleyRuth Campbell
- Russell HicksDistrict Attorney Randolph
- James SeayRodd Simpson
- Chet HuntleyHimself, Chet Huntley
- Tommy NoonanSad Sam Carney (as Tom Noonan)
- William GouldFirst Judge
- Harry HarveySecond Judge
- Garry OwenJerry
- Charles WagenheimAl Markham
Details
- Released
- 4 March 1949
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Richard G. Hubler, Sam Baerwitz
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I Cheated the Law: quick answers
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How long is I Cheated the Law?
I Cheated the Law runs 69 minutes (1h 9m).
Does I Cheated the Law have a post-credits scene?
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I Cheated the Law parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
I Cheated the Law is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is I Cheated the Law on?
I Cheated the Law isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 4 March 1949. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like I Cheated the Law?
If you liked I Cheated the Law, try Plunder Road, The Web, They Made Me a Fugitive.
Who directed I Cheated the Law?
I Cheated the Law (1949) was directed by Edward L. Cahn and stars Tom Conway, Steve Brodie, Robert Osterloh.