A Desperate Chance for Ellery Queen
"Ellery Queen untangles a web of mystery!"
Originally released in 1942. A Desperate Chance for Ellery Queen is a mystery film. directed by James P. Hogan. At just 70 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring William Gargan, Margaret Lindsay, and John Litel
Synopsis
A man is framed for embezzlement and runs off to San Francisco. His wife hires Ellery Queen to try and track him down before the police get to him.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 7, 1942
83 years ago
Runtime
1h 10m
70 minutes total
User Rating
5.7/10
Mixed (3 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
William Gargan
as Ellery Queen
Margaret Lindsay
as Nikki Porter
John Litel
as Norman Hadley
Charley Grapewin
as Insp. Queen
James Burke
as Sgt. Velie
Frank M. Thomas
as Capt. H.T. Daley
Lilian Bond
as Adele Belden
Morgan Conway
as Ray Stafford
Jack La Rue
as Tommy Gould
Charlotte Wynters
as Irene Hadley
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Larry Darmour Productions
- Columbia Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Desperate Chance for Ellery Queen about?
A man is framed for embezzlement and runs off to San Francisco. His wife hires Ellery Queen to try and track him down before the police get to him.
Who directed A Desperate Chance for Ellery Queen?
A Desperate Chance for Ellery Queen was directed by James P. Hogan.
How long is A Desperate Chance for Ellery Queen?
A Desperate Chance for Ellery Queen has a runtime of 1 hours and 10 minutes (70 minutes total).
When was A Desperate Chance for Ellery Queen released?
A Desperate Chance for Ellery Queen was released on May 7, 1942 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in A Desperate Chance for Ellery Queen?
The main cast of A Desperate Chance for Ellery Queen includes William Gargan, Margaret Lindsay, John Litel, Charley Grapewin, James Burke.