Big Town After Dark

Big Town After Dark

Gambling Racket BLASTED!

NR 1947 · 69 min · ★ 5.5 · Crime, Drama, Thriller

A crusading newspaper reporter battles big-city gambling interests.

Directed by William C. Thomas · Written by Whitman Chambers

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