The Case Against Brooklyn(1958)
Is this cop for sale?
A rookie cop takes on criminals who have the local government in their pocket.
Movie: The Case Against Brooklyn
Top 10 Billed Cast
Pete Harris
Lil Polombo nee Alexander
Rudi Franklin
Mrs. Jane Harris
Dist. Atty. Michael W. Norris
Police Capt. T.W. Wills
Finelli
Jess Johnson
Det. Sgt. Bonney
Henchman Monte
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A rookie cop takes on criminals who have the local government in their pocket.
Release Date
1958-06-01
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6.143
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Is this cop for sale?
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