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Bad Boy
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Bad Boy

1939-07-10 · 70 min · ★ 4.2

Crime · Drama

Johnny Fraser leaves his mother in their small hometown and sets out for the big city, where he obtains a job with a large firm of architects. Colleague Steve Carson is constantly flaunting his racetrack winnings. Johnny also bets the races, but loses heavily and takes some of the firm's money to cover his losses.

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Directors
Herbert Meyer
Production companies
Monogram Pictures, Gateway Productions Inc.
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Johnny DownsJohnny DownsJohn Fraser
Rosalind KeithRosalind KeithMadelon Kirby
Helen MacKellarHelen MacKellarMrs. Fraser
Spencer WilliamsSpencer WilliamsTerry
Archie RobbinsArchie RobbinsSteve Carson
Holmes HerbertHolmes HerbertMr. McNeil
Richard CramerRichard CramerGeorge
Harry E LangHarry E LangVanetti
Crane WhitleyCrane WhitleyHenchman
Clarence BrooksClarence BrooksTerry's Friend
Matt MooreMatt MooreHenchman
Bud PopeDetective
Marguerite WhittenTerry's Girlfriend

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