Short Cut to Hell

Short Cut to Hell

1957 · 89 min · ★ 5.8 · Crime, Drama, Thriller

A hitman is found out because he was paid off in traceable stolen money. On the run, he kidnaps the girlfriend of the police detective in charge of his pursuit; she tries to convince him to surrender before it's too late.

Directed by James Cagney · Written by Albert Maltz

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