Shakedown (1950)
- IMDb Rating6.4
- Year1950
- Release dateSep 01, 1950
- StarsHoward Duff, Brian Donlevy, Peggy Dow, Lawrence Tierney
Shakedown
Jack Early is a photographer who will stop at nothing to climb his way to the very top of the success ladder. On the strength of his sheer tenacity, he gets a job with a major newspaper, and it's not long before he's made a name for himself by charming a notorious crime boss, Nick Palmer, into allowing himself to be photographed. Palmer takes him under his wing, but Early decides to bite the hand that feeds him and sets Palmer and another crime boss, Colton, against one another.
Shakedown Synopsis
Shakedown (1950) holds a 6.4/10 audience rating on 1337x. "His camera Was More Deadly Than A Gangster's Gun!" This captivating Crime and Drama film delivers a memorable cinematic experience from start to finish. Directed by Joseph Pevney, the film showcases masterful storytelling and visual artistry. Featuring standout performances from Howard Duff, Brian Donlevy, Peggy Dow, the cast brings depth and authenticity to every scene. It has a runtime of 1h 20m. Jack Early is a photographer who will stop at nothing to climb his way to the very top of the success ladder. On the strength of his sheer tenacity, he gets a job with a major newspaper, and it's not...
