Edge of Hell

Edge of Hell

A half world of dark alleys and back streets... the side of the city they called...

NR 1956 · 78 min · ★ 5.7 · Drama

In this heart-warming drama, a beggar and his performing dog, Flip, struggle to eke out a living upon the cruel streets. He is hired to perform at a rich kid's birthday party. There, the beggar is offered $500 for his beloved dog. He refuses and again hits the streets. Soon he becomes so impoverished that he can no longer provide food for his four-legged friend; he sells him for $20. The beggar is then beaten and robbed. Later he learns that Flip died. The man soon follows the dog to heaven where they begin performing for God.

Directed by Hugo Haas · Written by Hugo Haas

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Hugo Haas Valentine
Francesca De Scaffa Jenette
June Shelley Helen (as June Hammerstein)
Jeffrey Stone Chauffeur
Ken Carlton Jim
Syra Marty Syra (as Syra Marti)
John Vosper Charles Hawkins
Pat Goldin Foxie
Sid Melton Schreck
Tracey Roberts Mrs. Hawkins
Michael Mark Hobo (uncredited)
Tom Wilson Hobo (uncredited)

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