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Alias Boston Blackie

"Blackie's got an eye-full of alibi... but cops don't believe in looks!"

April 2, 1942 1h 7m 5.5/10 (12 votes)

Originally released in 1942. Alias Boston Blackie is a mystery film. directed by Lew Landers. At just 67 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Chester Morris, Adele Mara, and Richard Lane

Synopsis

It is the Christmas Holidays and reformed thief, Boston Blackie goes to Castle Theater to pick up players who will perform for prisoners that are still in prison. He takes a girl with him who has a brother already in prison. She has visited the prison twice in the month, so is not suppose to visit again. However when the group is completed the girl is included as well as Inspector Farrady. One of the clowns in the show is kidnapped and replaced by a con who wants to get even with two ex-partners. Boston Blackie figures out that a con has replaced one of his clowns but is unable to stop him. Blackie's clothes are stolen and a murder is committed. Of course, the Inspector immediately suspects Blackie of being involved. Now it is Blackie's job to find the killer, exonerate himself and help the girl free her brother.

Quick Facts

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Release Date April 2, 1942 83 years ago
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Runtime 1h 7m 67 minutes total
User Rating 5.5/10 Mixed (12 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Columbia Pictures

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Alias Boston Blackie about?

It is the Christmas Holidays and reformed thief, Boston Blackie goes to Castle Theater to pick up players who will perform for prisoners that are still in prison. He takes a girl with him who has a...

Who directed Alias Boston Blackie?

Alias Boston Blackie was directed by Lew Landers.

How long is Alias Boston Blackie?

Alias Boston Blackie has a runtime of 1 hours and 7 minutes (67 minutes total).

When was Alias Boston Blackie released?

Alias Boston Blackie was released on April 2, 1942 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Alias Boston Blackie?

The main cast of Alias Boston Blackie includes Chester Morris, Adele Mara, Richard Lane, George E. Stone, Lloyd Corrigan.