Sudden Fear(1952)
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Actor Lester Blaine has all but landed the lead in Myra Hudson's new play when Myra vetoes him because, to her, he doesn't look like a romantic leading man. On a train from New York to San Francisco, Blaine sets out to prove Myra wrong...by romancing her. Is he sincere, or does he have a dark ulterior motive?
Movie: Sudden Fear
Top 9 Billed Cast
Myra Hudson Blaine
Lester Blaine
Irene Neves
Steve Kearney
Ann Taylor
Junior Kearney
Party Guest (uncredited)
Reception Guest (uncredited)
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