Overview

It's a deadly play for power when a Mafia chieftain's top gun goes straight and threatens to testify against the big boss and his cruel, nationwide network of crime. The picture, which was shot in a semi-documentary style, was inspired by the Kefauver investigations of 1950-51.

Cast

Brian Donlevy, Claire Trevor, Forrest Tucker, Vera Ralston, Luther Adler, John Russell, Gene Lockhart, Grant Withers

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What is "Hoodlum Empire" about?

It's a deadly play for power when a Mafia chieftain's top gun goes straight and threatens to testify against the big boss and his cruel, nationwide network of crime. The picture, which was shot in a semi-documentary style, was inspired by the Kefauver investigations of 1950-51.

When was "Hoodlum Empire" released?

Hoodlum Empire was released in 1952.

Who stars in "Hoodlum Empire"?

The cast includes Brian Donlevy, Claire Trevor, Forrest Tucker, Vera Ralston.