Alias Boston Blackie (1942): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming
1942 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1942, Alias Boston Blackie is a drama and mystery film directed by Lew Landers, running about 67 minutes. “Blackie's got an eye-full of alibi... but cops don't believe in looks!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. It is the Christmas Holidays and reformed thief, Boston Blackie goes to Castle Theater to pick up players who will perform for prisoners that are still in prison. He takes a girl with him who has a brother already in prison. She has visited the prison twice in the month, so is not suppose to visit again. However when the group is completed the girl is included as well as Inspector Farrady. One of the clowns in the show is kidnapped and replaced by a con who wants to get even with two ex-partners. Boston Blackie figures out that a con has replaced one of his clowns but is unable to stop him. Blackie's clothes are stolen and a murder is committed. Of course, the Inspector immediately suspects Blackie of being involved. Now it is Blackie's job to find the killer, exonerate himself and help the girl free her brother.
Who’s in it. Alias Boston Blackie stars Chester Morris as Boston Blackie, Adele Mara as Eve Sanders, Richard Lane as Inspector Farraday and George E. Stone as The Runt, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, Alias Boston Blackie has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Alias Boston Blackie page.
If you liked it. Fans of Alias Boston Blackie tend to enjoy Die Verurteilten, Der Pate, Schindlers Liste and Der Pate - Teil II.
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- Where can I watch Alias Boston Blackie (1942)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Alias Boston Blackie change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Alias Boston Blackie worth watching?
- Alias Boston Blackie holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Alias Boston Blackie?
- Alias Boston Blackie stars Chester Morris, Adele Mara, Richard Lane, George E. Stone and Lloyd Corrigan.
- When was Alias Boston Blackie released?
- Alias Boston Blackie was released in 1942, with a runtime of about 67 minutes.