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Illegal (1932)

Movie ★ 6.6 71 min

Crime Drama

This is the story of a woman who kicks out her no-good second husband after he wastes all her money. Since gambling and drink had taken all her money, she decides to use the money from a windfall to open an illegal after hours night club and gambling parlor, in order to provide her two daughters with a high society education. Eventually she gets caught, and the daughters take over the night club and legitimize it. But the daughters have conflicts, and the no-good husband shows up to complicate matters.

William C. McGann Director

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Quick facts

Released
April 26, 1932
Runtime
71 min
IMDb
tt0023052
Language
Studio
Warner Bros. First National

Themes

Cast

Isobel Elsom Isobel Elsom Mrs. Evelyn Dean Ivor Barnard Ivor Barnard Albert D.A. Clarke-Smith D.A. Clarke-Smith Franklyn Dean (as D.E. Clarke-Smith) Margot Grahame Margot Grahame Dorothy Turner

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Frequently asked questions

What is Illegal about?
This is the story of a woman who kicks out her no-good second husband after he wastes all her money. Since gambling and drink had taken all her money, she decides to use the money from a windfall to open an illegal after hours night club and gambling parlor, in order to provide her two daughters with a high society education. Eventually she gets caught, and the daughters take over the night club and legitimize it. But the daughters have conflicts, and the no-good husband shows up to complicate matters.
Who directed Illegal?
Illegal was directed by William C. McGann.
Who stars in Illegal?
Illegal stars Isobel Elsom, Ivor Barnard, D.A. Clarke-Smith, Margot Grahame.
When was Illegal released?
Illegal is a 1932 crime, drama film.
Where can I watch Illegal?
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