The Ringer
1952 · 78 min · ★ 6.0 · Mystery, Crime
An underhand solicitor receives threatening notes, and the police are called in to protect him.
Directed by Guy Hamilton · Written by Val Valentine
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Herbert Lom Maurice Meister -
Donald Wolfit Dr. Lomond -
Mai Zetterling Lisa -
Greta Gynt Cora Ann Milton -
William Hartnell Sam Hackett -
Norman Wooland Inspector Bliss -
Denholm Elliott John Lemley -
Walter Fitzgerald Commissioner -
Dora Bryan Mrs. Hackett -
Campbell Singer Station Sergeant Carter -
Charles Victor Inspector Wembury -
John Stuart Gardener
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