The Great Jewel Robber

The Great Jewel Robber

★ 7.6IMDb Score
Released:1950-07-15
Duration:91 min
Director:Peter Godfrey
Actors:David Brian, Marjorie Reynolds, John Archer, Jacqueline deWit, Perdita Chandler
Production:Warner Bros. Pictures

Overview:

A dramatization of the criminal career of notorious jewel thief Gerard Dennis, who targeted wealthy socialites and movie stars.

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