Margin for Error
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Originally released in 1943. Margin for Error is a drama/comedy film. directed by Otto Preminger. At just 74 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Joan Bennett, Milton Berle, and Otto Preminger
Synopsis
When police officer Moe Finkelstein and his colleague Officer Salomon are ordered to serve as bodyguards to German consul Karl Baumer by the mayor of New York City, Finkelstein turns in his badge, convinced he has to quit the service because the man is a Nazi.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 10, 1943
82 years ago
Runtime
1h 14m
74 minutes total
User Rating
5.7/10
Mixed (6 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Joan Bennett
as Sophia Baumer
Milton Berle
as Moe Finkelstein
Otto Preminger
as Karl Baumer
Carl Esmond
as Baron Max von Alvenstor
Howard Freeman
as Otto Horst
Poldi Dur
as Frieda Schmidt
Clyde Fillmore
as Dr. Jennings
Byron Foulger
as Pharmacist
Selmer Jackson
as Medical Examiner
Emmett Vogan
as Fingerprint Expert
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- 20th Century Fox
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Margin for Error about?
When police officer Moe Finkelstein and his colleague Officer Salomon are ordered to serve as bodyguards to German consul Karl Baumer by the mayor of New York City, Finkelstein turns in his badge, ...
Who directed Margin for Error?
Margin for Error was directed by Otto Preminger.
How long is Margin for Error?
Margin for Error has a runtime of 1 hours and 14 minutes (74 minutes total).
When was Margin for Error released?
Margin for Error was released on February 10, 1943 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Margin for Error?
The main cast of Margin for Error includes Joan Bennett, Milton Berle, Otto Preminger, Carl Esmond, Howard Freeman.