Triple Cross
1951, English. Directed by Reginald Le Borg.
IT'S A RINGSIDE RIOT OF THRILLS!
Joe Palooka and two friends are taking hostage by three criminals.
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Part of a series
Joe Palooka series: watch order
Cast & crew
- Reginald Le BorgDirector
- Joe Kirkwood Jr.Joe Palooka
- Cathy DownsAnne Howe
- James GleasonKnobby Walsh
- John EmeryProfessor
- Steve BrodieDutch
- Don C. HarveyChuck
- Rufe DavisDeputy Kenny
- Jimmy WallingtonJimmy Wallington - Fight Commentator
- Mary YoungMrs. Reed, Tourist Stop Manager
- Eddie GribbonCanvasback
- Sid TomackSecond Trainer
- Dickie LeRoy'Bub', Boy Witness
Details
- Released
- 16 September 1951
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Henry Blankfort
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What Triple Cross is based on
Triple Cross is based on Joe Palooka, a comics character by Ham Fisher.
Comics character
Joe Palooka
By Ham Fisher
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Watch before Triple Cross
In release order. The films it follows, and anything it builds on.
Joe Palooka, Champ
1946 · 8.0/10
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Gentleman Joe Palooka
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Joe Palooka in the Knockout
1947 · 7.0/10
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Joe Palooka in Fighting Mad
1948 · 8.0/10
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Joe Palooka in Winner Take All
1948 · 7.5/10
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Joe Palooka in the Big Fight
1949 · 6.5/10
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Joe Palooka in the Counterpunch
1949 · 9.0/10
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Joe Palooka Meets Humphrey
1950 · 5.3/10
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Joe Palooka in Humphrey Takes a Chance
1950 · 7.0/10
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Joe Palooka in the Squared Circle
1950 · 8.0/10
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Triple Cross: quick answers
What should I watch before Triple Cross?
Watch Joe Palooka in the Counterpunch (1949), Joe Palooka Meets Humphrey (1950), Joe Palooka in Humphrey Takes a Chance (1950), and Joe Palooka in the Squared Circle (1950) first, plus 6 earlier titles listed on this page.
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How long is Triple Cross?
Triple Cross runs 60 minutes (1h 0m).
Does Triple Cross have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Triple Cross. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Triple Cross parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Triple Cross is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Triple Cross on?
Triple Cross isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 16 September 1951. (Checked 8 November 2026.)
What movies are like Triple Cross?
If you liked Triple Cross, try Wrong Cops, The Cheap Detective, Shadow of the Thin Man.
Who directed Triple Cross?
Triple Cross (1951) was directed by Reginald Le Borg and stars Joe Kirkwood Jr., Cathy Downs, James Gleason.
What is Triple Cross based on?
Triple Cross is based on Joe Palooka, a comics character by Ham Fisher.