The Shop at Sly Corner (1947)
Overview
The French owner of an antique shop, Desius Heiss, (Oskar Homolka) has become disillusioned with society since his torture as a prisoner on Devil's Island, since when he has allowed his shop to become a front for criminal activity, and he himself is a receiver of stolen goods.
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Additional Info
| Budget | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Revenue | $0.00 |
| Original Language | en |
| Popularity | 3.524 |
Directed By
George King
Crew
Alexander Korda
Reginald Long
George King
Edward Percy
Katherine Strueby
Hone Glendinning
George Melachrino
Jack N. Green
TOP CAST
Oskar Homolka
Desius Heiss
Derek Farr
Robert Graham
Muriel Pavlow
Margaret Heiss
Manning Whiley
Corder Morris
Diana Dors
Mildred
Kathleen Harrison
Mrs. Catt
Garry Marsh
Major Elliot
Kenneth Griffith
Archie Fellows
Jan Van Loewen
Professor Vanetti
Johnnie Schofield
Inspector Robson
Irene Handl
Ruby Towser
Katie Johnson
Woman in Shop
Vi Kaley
Flower Seller
David Keir
Gentlemen Customer
James Knight
Publican
Eliot Makeham
Theatre Usher
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