Flannelfoot

Flannelfoot

1953 · 74 min · ★ 6.3 · Drama, Crime

Ace crime reporter Watling tries to discover the identity of a notorious jewel thief, but his informant is murdered. At a house party, Watling helps detective Adam expose the criminal.

Directed by Maclean Rogers · Written by Jack Henry

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