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Johnny O'Clock

1947 • 1h35m Crime, Drama

Rating

6.2/10

Popularity

3

When an employee at an illegal gambling den dies suspiciously, her sister, Nancy, looks into the situation and falls for Johnny O'Clock, a suave partner in the underground casino. Selfish and non-committal by nature, Johnny slowly begins to return Nancy's affection and decides to run away with her, but conflict within his business threatens their plans. As Johnny tries to distance himself from the casino, his shady past comes back to haunt him.

Details

Director

Robert Rossen

Screenplay

Robert Rossen

Cast

Dick Powell

Evelyn Keyes

Lee J. Cobb

Release date

1/7/1947

Status

Released

Revenue

$1,750,000

Origin country

US

Vote count

46