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He Laughed Last (1956) | Criteria

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He Laughed Last

English • 1956 • 1h 17m

This film is not currently available on the Criterion Channel

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Synopsis

A 1920s chorus girl inherits a slain gangster's empire.

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Directed by Blake Edwards
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July 2022
Position 33

Credits

Crew

DirectorBlake Edwards

WriterBlake Edwards

CinematographerHenry Freulich

ComposerArthur Morton

EditorJack Ogilvie

ProducerJonie Taps

Cast

Frankie Laineas Gino Lupo

Lucy Marlowas Rosemary 'Rosie' Lebeau

Anthony Dexteras Dominic Rodríguez

as Jimmy Murphy

Alan Reedas Big Dan Hennessy

Jesse Whiteas Max Lassiter

Florenz Amesas George Eagle

Henry Slateas Ziggy

Peter Broccoas Al Fusary

Paul Dubovas Billy Boy Barnes

Charles Herbertas Child

Dana Dillawayas Child

Robin Morseas Two-Gun Tommy