Johnny O'Clock 1947

Synopsis

When an employee at an illegal gambling den dies suspiciously, her sister, Nancy, looks into the situation and falls for Johnny O'Clock, a suave partner in the underground casino. Selfish and non-committal by nature, Johnny slowly begins to return Nancy's affection and decides to run away with her, but conflict within his business threatens their plans. As Johnny tries to distance himself from the casino, his shady past comes back to haunt him.

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Cast

• Dick Powell Johnny O'Clock
• Evelyn Keyes Nancy Hobson
• Lee J. Cobb Inspector Koch
• Ellen Drew Nelle Marchettis
• Nina Foch Harriet Hobson
• Thomas Gomez Pete Marchettis
• John Kellogg Charlie
• Jim Bannon Chuck Blayden
• Mabel Paige Slatternly Woman Tenant
• Phil Brown Phil, Hotel Clerk

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