

Jigsaw
1949-03-11 · 70 min · ★ 5.0
New York Assistant District Attorney Howard Malloy launches an investigation into a series of murders related to a neo-fascist organisation.
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- Directors
- Fletcher Markle
- Production companies
- Tower Pictures Inc.
- Countries
- United States of America
- Status
- Released
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Franchot ToneHoward Malloy
Jean WallaceBarbara Whitfield
Myron McCormickCharles Riggs
Marc LawrenceAngelo Agostini
Doe AvedonCaroline Riggs
Robert GistTommy Quigley
Luella GearPet Shop Owner
Alexander LockwoodNichols
Marlene DietrichNightclub Patron (uncredited)
Henry FondaNightclub Waiter (uncredited)
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