Johnny-on-the-Spot(1954)
An ex-convict, who was framed, struggles to clear his name.
Movie: Johnny-on-the-Spot
Top 10 Billed Cast
Johnny Breakes
Joan Ingram
Paul Carrington
Sally Erskine
Insp. Beveridge
Tyneley
Sir Jeremy Oulton
Diana Townley
Steve
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