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King of the Underworld
“Don't kill this killer! Bring him back alive!”
6.5 / 10• 1939• 1h 7m•NR• English
RomanceCrimeDrama
Storyline
Physician Carole Nelson, suspected of having ties to notorious gangster Joe Gurney, must prove her innocence or the Medical Board will revoke her license. When Gurney seeks her out for treatment after being shot, it could be the break Nelson needs. Now she has a chance to use her medical know-how to outwit Gurney and his goons and reestablish her professional reputation.
Cast & Crew
Humphrey Bogart
Joe Gurney
Lead
Kay Francis
Dr. Carole Nelson
James Stephenson
Bill Stevens
John Eldredge
Dr. Niles Nelson
Jessie Busley
Aunt Josephine
Arthur Aylesworth
Dr. Sanders
RB
Raymond Brown
Sheriff
Harland Tucker
Mr. Ames
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Lewis Seiler's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. King of the Underworld is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
