Movie

Hoodlum Empire

“"Nicky -- you think your bigger than the whole world."”

★ 6.5(13)19521h 38m

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Good to know

Director: Joseph Kane
Release date: 1952-04-15
Runtime: 1h 38m
Language: German
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Republic Pictures

About Hoodlum Empire

Hoodlum Empire is a 1952 movie in the Crime genre, directed by Joseph Kane, starring Brian Donlevy, Claire Trevor and Forrest Tucker. It has a runtime of 1 hour 38 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.5/10 from 13 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Hoodlum Empire in Japan — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

It's a deadly play for power when a Mafia chieftain's top gun goes straight and threatens to testify against the big boss and his cruel, nationwide network of crime. The picture, which was shot in a semi-documentary style, was inspired by the Kefauver investigations of 1950-51.

Cast

Brian Donlevy

Sen. William J. 'Bill' Stephens

Claire Trevor

Connie Williams

Forrest Tucker

Charles A. 'Charley' Pignatalli

Vera Ralston

Marte 'Marty' Dufour Gray

Luther Adler

Nicholas 'Nick' Mancani

John Russell

Joe Gray

Gene Lockhart

Sen. Tower

Grant Withers

Rev. Simon Andrews

Richard Jaeckel

Ted Dawson

Roy Roberts

Police Chief

Whit Bissell

Pickpocket

Don Beddoe

Sen. Blake

Themes & keywords

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Hoodlum Empire in Japan?+

Hoodlum Empire is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Japan. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Hoodlum Empire on Netflix?+

Hoodlum Empire is not on Netflix in Japan right now.

How long is Hoodlum Empire?+

Hoodlum Empire has a runtime of 1 hour 38 minutes (98 minutes).

Who stars in Hoodlum Empire?+

Hoodlum Empire stars Brian Donlevy, Claire Trevor, Forrest Tucker, Vera Ralston and Luther Adler.

When did Hoodlum Empire come out?+

Hoodlum Empire is a 1952 movie directed by Joseph Kane.

What genre is Hoodlum Empire?+

Hoodlum Empire is Crime film.

Who directed Hoodlum Empire?+

Hoodlum Empire was directed by Joseph Kane.