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Key Details

Release StatusReleased
Release Date1956-08-24
Languageen
Runtime1h 10m
Production

Republic Pictures

5.6(12)
•1956•1h 10m

A Strange Adventure

"CAPTIVES OF A RUTHLESS KILLER"

CrimeDramaThriller

Overview

A trio of thieves make their getaway by kidnapping a young hot-rodder, and take over a mountain cabin for a hideout after overpowering its occupants.

Writing & Screenplay
Houston Branch
Cinematography
Bud Thackery

Principal Cast

17 credited
Joan Evans
Joan EvansTerry Dolgin
Ben Cooper
Ben CooperHarold Norton
Marla English
Marla EnglishLynn Novak
Jan Merlin
Jan MerlinAl Kutner
Nick Adams
Nick AdamsPhil Davis
Peter Miller
Peter MillerLuther Dolgin
Paul Smith
Paul SmithCarl Johnson
ED
Emlen DaviesMildred Norton, Harold's Mother
Frank Wilcox
Frank WilcoxThe Public Defender
Thomas Browne Henry
Thomas Browne HenryCriminal Attorney

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