The Lone Wolf in Mexico

The Lone Wolf in Mexico

Adventure...Romance...Mystery!

NR 1947 · 69 min · ★ 6.0 · Mystery

In this entry in the enduring series, the suave jewel thief finds himself helping the police break up a ring of diamond smugglers. Along the way, he winds up accused of both robbery and murder.

Directed by D. Ross Lederman · Written by Maurice Tombragel

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