City Across the River
"The studio that gave you The Naked City now gives you..."
Originally released in 1949. City Across the River is a crime/drama film. directed by Maxwell Shane.
Starring Stephen McNally, Thelma Ritter, and Luis van Rooten
Synopsis
Brooklyn youth Frank Cusack, good son and brother by day, is a gang member by night. The Dukes, seemingly likable dead-end-kids, are dangerously involved with racketeer Gaggsy Steens. Despite the efforts of Franks's parents, he and pal Benny get involved in a serious crime. Can Stan Albert, head of the community center, prevent them from becoming full-time crooks?
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 7, 1949
76 years ago
Runtime
1h 31m
91 minutes total
User Rating
5.5/10
Mixed (8 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Stephen McNally
as Stan Albert
Thelma Ritter
as Mrs. Katie Cusack
Luis van Rooten
as Joe Cusack
Jeff Corey
as Police Lieutenant Louie Macon
Sharon McManus
as Alice Cusack
Sue England
as Betty Maylor
Barbara Whiting
as Annie Kane
Richard Benedict
as Gaggsy Steens
Peter Fernandez
as Frank Cusack
Al Ramsen
as Benjamin 'Benny' Wilks
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Universal International Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is City Across the River about?
Brooklyn youth Frank Cusack, good son and brother by day, is a gang member by night. The Dukes, seemingly likable dead-end-kids, are dangerously involved with racketeer Gaggsy Steens. Despite the e...
Who directed City Across the River?
City Across the River was directed by Maxwell Shane.
How long is City Across the River?
City Across the River has a runtime of 1 hours and 31 minutes (91 minutes total).
When was City Across the River released?
City Across the River was released on April 7, 1949 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in City Across the River?
The main cast of City Across the River includes Stephen McNally, Thelma Ritter, Luis van Rooten, Jeff Corey, Sharon McManus.