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The Shakedown is a american film of genre Drama directed by William Wyler released in USA on 9 march 1929 with James Murray
The Shakedown (1929)
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Add to a movie listThe Shakedown is a 1929 action/comedy/sports drama film, directed by William Wyler. The film starred James Murray, Barbara Kent and Jack Hanlon.
Considered a part-talkie, this film was released in parallel silent and sound versions. It was discovered and restored to 35 mm by George Eastman House in 1998 from a good-condition 16mm positive print.
Synopsis
The life of a less-than successful professional boxer changes when he takes in an orphan.Actors
James Murray
(Dave Roberts)
Barbara Kent
(Marjorie)
Wheeler Oakman
(Manager)
Jack Hanlon
(Clem)
Harry Gribbon
(Dugan)
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