Hoodlum Empire (1952)
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"Nicky -- you think your bigger than the whole world."
It's a deadly play for power when a Mafia chieftain's top gun goes straight and threatens to testify against the big boss and his cruel, nationwide network of crime. The picture, which was shot in a semi-documentary style, was inspired by the Kefauver investigations of 1950-51.
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Brian DonlevySen. William J. 'Bill' Stephens
Claire TrevorConnie Williams
Forrest TuckerCharles A. 'Charley' Pignatalli
Vera RalstonMarte 'Marty' Dufour Gray
Luther AdlerNicholas 'Nick' Mancani
John RussellJoe Gray
Gene LockhartSen. Tower
Grant WithersRev. Simon Andrews
Richard JaeckelTed Dawson
Roy RobertsPolice Chief
Whit BissellPickpocket
Don BeddoeSen. BlakeKeywords
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Genre affinityCrimeTheme affinityMafia · Testify · NoirVisual styleNoir · Film NoirDirector preference314223Actor preference290361 · 140684 · 101549Country preferenceUs
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Frequently asked questions about Hoodlum Empire
What is Hoodlum Empire about?
It's a deadly play for power when a Mafia chieftain's top gun goes straight and threatens to testify against the big boss and his cruel, nationwide network of crime. The picture, which was shot in a semi-documentary style, was inspired by the Kefauver investigations of 1950-51.
How long is Hoodlum Empire?
Hoodlum Empire has a runtime of 98 minutes.