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Kansas City Confidential (1952) | Criteria

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Kansas City Confidential

English • 1952 • 1h 40m

This film is not currently available on the Criterion Channel

Director

Synopsis

An ex-convict sets out to uncover who framed him for an armored car robbery.

Included in
Vacation Noir
Position 6

Credits

Crew

DirectorPhil Karlson

WriterHarry Essex, George Bruce

CinematographerGeorge E. Diskant

ComposerPaul Sawtell

EditorBuddy Small

ProducerEdward Small

Cast

John Payneas Joe Rolfe

Coleen Grayas Helen Foster

Preston Fosteras Tim Foster

as Boyd Kane

Lee Van Cleefas Tony Romano

Jack Elamas Pete Harris

Dona Drakeas Teresa

Mario Silettias Tomaso

Howard Negleyas Andrews

Carleton Youngas Martin

Don Orlandoas Diaz

Ted Ryanas Morelli

Orlando Beltranas Porter (uncredited)

Ray Bennettas Prisoner (uncredited)

Chet Brandenburgas Robbery Spectator (uncredited)

Barry Brooksas Player (uncredited)

Charles Caneas Detective Barney (uncredited)

Edward Cochas Airline Clerk (uncredited)

James Conatyas Man at Craps Table (uncredited)

Tom Dillonas Policeman (uncredited)