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The Sleeping City (1950)

Movie ★ 6.0 86 min

A young doctor taking a break from work is shot in the head, and the police can't find a clue even as to a possible motive. Inspector Al Gordon (John Alexander) decides that he has to put some men on duty at the hospital, and one of them is Fred Rowan (Richard Conte), a detective with experience as an army medic, masquerading as an intern. What Rowan finds is a high-pressure world in which interns are hopelessly squeezed for time, sleep, energy, and -- most of all -- money, and walk a fine line on the edge of personal and professional disaster.

George Sherman Director

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Quick facts

Released
September 20, 1950
Runtime
86 min
Rating
NR
IMDb
tt0042976
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Frequently asked questions

What is The Sleeping City about?
A young doctor taking a break from work is shot in the head, and the police can't find a clue even as to a possible motive. Inspector Al Gordon (John Alexander) decides that he has to put some men on duty at the hospital, and one of them is Fred Rowan (Richard Conte), a detective with experience as an army medic, masquerading as an intern. What Rowan finds is a high-pressure world in which interns are hopelessly squeezed for time, sleep, energy, and -- most of all -- money, and walk a fine line on the edge of personal and professional disaster.
Who directed The Sleeping City?
The Sleeping City was directed by George Sherman.
Who stars in The Sleeping City?
The Sleeping City stars Richard Conte, Coleen Gray, Richard Taber, John Alexander.
When was The Sleeping City released?
The Sleeping City is a 1950 crime, mystery, drama film.
Where can I watch The Sleeping City?
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