Mystery in Mexico(1948)
Tropic Night... Steeped in Terror!
Insurance detective Steve Hastings is sent by his company to investigate the disappearance of a fellow agent. His first lead is the agent's fetching sister, Victoria, whom he trails to Mexico City. After charming his way into her confidence, Steve helps Vicki unravel the mystery.
Movie: Mystery in Mexico
Top 10 Billed Cast
Steve Hastings
Victoria Ames
John Norcross
Carlos
Dolores Fernandez
Glenn Ames
Swigart
Señor Gómez
Señora Gómez
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Insurance detective Steve Hastings is sent by his company to investigate the disappearance of a fellow agent. His first lead is the agent's fetching sister, Victoria, whom he trails to Mexico City. After charming his way into her confidence, Steve helps Vicki unravel the mystery.
Release Date
1948-08-21
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5.8
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Tropic Night... Steeped in Terror!
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