Mr. Moto in Danger Island(1939)
HUNTED BY THE POLICE!...STALKED BY A KILLER!
In Puerto Rico to investigate a glut of contraband diamonds that are flooding the world's jewel market, Mr. Moto and his sidekick, a wrestler, find themselves involved in murders by thrown daggers, the frame-up of an overstressed Army colonel, and a pirate gang led by an unknown boss who has inside knowledge of the ensuing investigation.
Movie: Mr. Moto in Danger Island
Top 10 Billed Cast
Kentaro Moto
Twister McGurk
Joan Castle
Lt. George Bentley
Commissioner Madero
Mr. Sutter
Comdr. La Costa
Police Commissioner Gordon
Capt. Thomas Castle
Gov. John Bentley
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