

When the Clock Strikes
1961-06-10 · 72 min · ★ 6.3
A condemned criminal's acquaintances gather at a remote lodge on the eve of his execution to search for hidden money.
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- Directors
- Edward L. Cahn
- Production companies
- Harvard Film Corp.
- Countries
- United States of America
- Status
- Released
Top Cast
James BrownSam Morgan
Merry AndersEllie
Henry CordenCady
Roy BarcroftSheriff Mitchell
Peggy StewartMrs. Pierce
Francis De SalesWarden
Jorge MorenoMartinez
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