
On the dead the crowns
1961-12-14 · 89 min · ★ 6.0
A family has their daughter marry a dying man in order to get an inheritance, but get into trouble when the man survives his illness.
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- Directors
- José Díaz Morales
- Production companies
- Filmex
- Countries
- Mexico
- Status
- Released
Top Cast
Antonio Espino 'Clavillazo'
Óscar Ortiz de Pinedo
Amparo ArozamenaTitle information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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