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You, the People
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You, the People

1940-11-30 · 21 min · ★ 6.2

Crime

This MGM Crime Does Not Pay series short features a big city crime boss's attempt to use his crime "machine" to fraudulently win reelection for the current corrupt mayor. By using several illegal tactics, and aided by voter apathy, the crime boss nearly continues his control of the city.

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Directors
Roy Rowland
Production companies
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

C. Henry GordonC. Henry GordonJohn 'Boss' Bailey
Byron ShoresDeputy William 'Bill' Wright
Paul EvertonPaul EvertonMayor James W. 'Jim' Wheelock
Matt McHughMatt McHughAlbert 'Bert' / 'Perky' Perkins
Raymond BaileyRaymond BaileyBailey Henchman
William BaileyWilliam BaileyJim
Hugh BeaumontHugh BeaumontPete
Barbara BedfordBarbara BedfordRooming House Diner
Harry BurnsHarry BurnsPrecinct Official Letting Henchmen In
Naomi ChildersNaomi ChildersRadio Broadcast Spectator
Ken ChristyBailey Henchman
John DilsonJohn DilsonMr. Sanders
William EdmundsWilliam EdmundsLouie, the Janitor
Robert ElliottRobert ElliottMr. Edward Gibbon
John HamiltonJohn HamiltonFrank Y. Carter
Edward HearnEdward HearnPoliceman
Thomas E. JacksonThomas E. JacksonVote Counter
Frank OrthFrank OrthSoda Jerk
Dick RichDick RichHenchman
Henry RoquemoreHenry RoquemoreLiquor Store Owner

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