The System
1953, English. Directed by Lewis Seiler.
The shakedown shootout monster-reign that crimedom called... The System
A gambling boss is pressured by the law and press when a crusade is started against him after one of his collectors becomes a killer.
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Lewis SeilerDirector
- Frank LovejoyJohn E. 'Johnny' Merrick
- Joan WeldonFelice Stuart
- Robert ArthurRex Merrick
- Paul PicerniDavid Wiley
- Don BeddoeJerry Allen
- Jerome CowanBarry X. Brady
- Dan SeymourMr. Marty
- Sarah SelbyLiz Allen
- Fay RoopeRoger Stuart
- Frank RichardsCharley, Merrick's Butler
- Vic PerrinLittle Harry Goubenek
- Henry CordenSpecs alias Marty Kubek
Details
- Released
- 18 April 1953
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Samuel Grafton, Edith Grafton, Jo Eisinger
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The System runs 90 minutes (1h 30m).
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The System is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
What movies are like The System?
If you liked The System, try Plunder Road, Cry of the City, Nightfall.
Who directed The System?
The System (1953) was directed by Lewis Seiler and stars Frank Lovejoy, Joan Weldon, Robert Arthur.