The Magnificent Fraud
1939, English. Directed by Robert Florey.
THE MASK IS OFF! The World's Most Infamous Dictator!
A Chicago con man pays an actor to pose as a slain South American dictator.
- Runtime
- 1h 18m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Robert FloreyDirector
- Akim TamiroffJules LaCroix / President Alvarado
- Lloyd NolanSam Barr
- Mary BolandMme. Geraldine Genet
- Patricia MorisonClaire Hill
- Ralph ForbesHarrison Todd
- Steffi DunaCarmelita
- Ernest CossartDuval
- George ZuccoDr. Luis Virgo
- Robert WarwickGeneral Pablo Hernandez
- Frank ReicherMendietta Garcia
- Robert MiddlemassMorales
- Abner BibermanRuiz
Details
- Released
- 19 July 1939
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Walter Ferris, Charles G. Booth
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How long is The Magnificent Fraud?
The Magnificent Fraud runs 78 minutes (1h 18m).
Does The Magnificent Fraud have a post-credits scene?
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The Magnificent Fraud parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Magnificent Fraud is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Magnificent Fraud on?
The Magnificent Fraud isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 19 July 1939. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Magnificent Fraud?
If you liked The Magnificent Fraud, try Each Dawn I Die, The Set-Up, While the City Sleeps.
Who directed The Magnificent Fraud?
The Magnificent Fraud (1939) was directed by Robert Florey and stars Akim Tamiroff, Lloyd Nolan, Mary Boland.