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The Missing People

1939-05-01 · 73 min · ★ 8.0

Mystery · Crime

27 well-to-do people have all vanished under similar circumstances. J.G. Reeder, an elderly gentleman who fancies himself a detective, decides to investigate the matter.

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Directors
Jack Raymond
Production companies
Jack Raymond Productions
Countries
United Kingdom
Status
Released

Top Cast

Will FyffeWill FyffeJ. G. Reeder
Kay WalshKay WalshPeggy Gillette
Lyn HardingLyn HardingJoseph Bronstone
Ronald ShinerRonald ShinerSam Hackett
Ronald AdamRonald AdamSurtees
Patricia RocPatricia RocDoris Bevan
Anthony HollesErnest Bronstone
Reginald PurdellReginald PurdellHarry Morgan
Maire O'NeillMaire O'NeillHousekeeper

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