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The Mysterious Mr. Valentine
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The Mysterious Mr. Valentine

1946-09-03 · 56 min · ★ 4.4

Crime

Janet Spencer is driving down a country road when one of her tires blows out. This seemingly innocuous, everyday occurrence leads Linda into a labyrinth of murder, blackmail and intrigue.

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Directors
Philip Ford
Production companies
Republic Pictures
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

William HenryWilliam HenrySteve Morgan
Linda StirlingLinda StirlingJanet Spencer
Virginia ChristineVirginia ChristineLola Carson
Thomas E. JacksonThomas E. JacksonPolice Lt. Milo Jones
Barbara WoodellBarbara WoodellRita Armstrong
Kenne DuncanKenne DuncanSam Priestly
Virginia BrissacVirginia BrissacMartha, the Housekeeper
Lyle LatellLyle LatellPeter Musso, Henchman
Ernie AdamsErnie AdamsFrank Gary, Henchman
Tristram CoffinTristram CoffinJohn Armstrong
Arthur SpaceArthur SpaceCounty Coroner
Robert BiceRobert BiceDoctor
Roy BarcroftRoy BarcroftBlackmailer (voice) (uncredited)
Symona BonifaceSymona BonifaceLandlady (uncredited)
Ed CassidyEd CassidyPolice Sergeant (uncredited)
James LinnReporter (uncredited)
Charles SullivanCharles SullivanGeorge - the Mechanic (uncredited)

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