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The Fake

"A RACKET'S A RACKET ...and A MURDER IS A MURDER!"

September 25, 1953 1h 20m 5.5/10 (10 votes)

Originally released in 1953. The Fake is a crime/drama film. directed by Godfrey Grayson. At just 80 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Dennis O'Keefe, Coleen Gray, and Hugh Williams

Synopsis

Someone is stealing priceless paintings from the great museums of the world and replacing them with nearly flawless forgeries. Leonardo da Vinci's "Madonna and Child" is being shipped to London's Tate Gallery for a special exhibition, and Paul Mitchell is assigned to protect it. Upon the painting's arrival, Paul realizes it has been switched. Eager to collect the museum's $50,000 reward, he teams up with Mary Mason, a Tate employee, to recover the original.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 25, 1953 72 years ago
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Runtime 1h 20m 80 minutes total
User Rating 5.5/10 Mixed (10 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United Kingdom Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Pax Films

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Fake about?

Someone is stealing priceless paintings from the great museums of the world and replacing them with nearly flawless forgeries. Leonardo da Vinci's "Madonna and Child" is being shipped to London's T...

Who directed The Fake?

The Fake was directed by Godfrey Grayson.

How long is The Fake?

The Fake has a runtime of 1 hours and 20 minutes (80 minutes total).

When was The Fake released?

The Fake was released on September 25, 1953 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Fake?

The main cast of The Fake includes Dennis O'Keefe, Coleen Gray, Hugh Williams, Guy Middleton, John Laurie.