Calling Paul Temple
1948 · 92 min · ★ 6.7 · Mystery, Crime
Paul Temple is called in to help Scotland Yard track down a serial killer who has murdered several wealthy women.
Directed by Maclean Rogers · Written by Kathleen Butler
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John Bentley Paul Temple -
Dinah Sheridan Steve Temple -
Margaretta Scott Mrs. Barbara Trevellyan -
Alan Wheatley Edward Lathom -
Abraham Sofaer Dr. Charles Kohima - C Celia Lipton Norma Rice
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Jack Raine Sir Graham Forbes -
Hugh Pryse Wilfred Davies -
John McLaren Leo Brent -
Ian McLean Inspector Crane -
Merle Tottenham Millie -
Wally Patch Spider Williams
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