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When the Clock Strikes
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When the Clock Strikes

1961-06-10 · 72 min · ★ 6.3

Drama

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 BrownJames BrownSam Morgan
Merry AndersMerry AndersEllie
Henry CordenHenry CordenCady
Roy BarcroftRoy BarcroftSheriff Mitchell
Peggy StewartPeggy StewartMrs. Pierce
Francis De SalesFrancis De SalesWarden
Jorge MorenoJorge MorenoMartinez
Max MellingerPostman
Eden HartfordWaitress
Jack KenneyJack KenneyCafe Proprietor

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