Scared Stiff

Scared Stiff

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NR 1945 · 65 min · ★ 4.7 · Comedy, Horror, Mystery

A meek reporter happens upon a murder, an escaped gangster and a stolen jade chess set.

Directed by Frank McDonald · Written by Maxwell Shane

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