Overview
A convict sentenced to three years for killing a detective escapes and goes on the lam, aided by a local girl.
Director and cast
- Joseph L. Mankiewicz Director
- Rex Harrison as Matt Denant
- Peggy Cummins as Dora Winton
- William Hartnell as Inspector Harris
- Norman Wooland as Minister
- Jill Esmond as Grace Winton
- Frederick Piper as Brownie
- Marjorie Rhodes as Mrs. Pinkem
- Betty Ann Davies as Girl in Park
- Cyril Cusack as Rodgers
- John Slater as Salesman
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