Wanted for Murder
1946 · 101 min · ★ 6.4 · Crime, Drama
The son of a notorious hangman is gradually becoming insane and he finds himself unable to resist the urge to strangle women to death.
Directed by Lawrence Huntington · Written by Emeric Pressburger
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Eric Portman Victor James Colebrooke -
Dulcie Gray Anne Fielding -
Derek Farr Jack Williams -
Roland Culver Chief Inspector Conway -
Stanley Holloway Sergeant Sullivan -
Barbara Everest Mrs Colebrooke -
Bonar Colleano Corporal Nick Mappolo -
Jenny Laird Jeannie McLaren -
Kathleen Harrison Florrie -
Bill Shine Detective Ellis -
Viola Lyel Mabel Cooper -
John Salew Detective Walters
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