The Match King
Originally released in 1932. The Match King is a drama film. directed by Howard Bretherton. At just 79 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Warren William, Lili Damita, and Glenda Farrell
Synopsis
Unscrupulous Chicago janitor Paul Kroll uses deceit to fund a return trip to his homeland of Sweden. There, via ongoing continuing deceit and manipulation, he gradually attains a monopoly on the matchstick market in several countries and becomes an influential international figure. Based on the true story of Ivar Kreuger.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 31, 1932
93 years ago
Runtime
1h 19m
79 minutes total
User Rating
6.2/10
Good (6 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- First National Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Match King about?
Unscrupulous Chicago janitor Paul Kroll uses deceit to fund a return trip to his homeland of Sweden. There, via ongoing continuing deceit and manipulation, he gradually attains a monopoly on the ma...
Who directed The Match King?
The Match King was directed by Howard Bretherton.
How long is The Match King?
The Match King has a runtime of 1 hours and 19 minutes (79 minutes total).
When was The Match King released?
The Match King was released on December 31, 1932 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Match King?
The main cast of The Match King includes Warren William, Lili Damita, Glenda Farrell, Juliette Compton, Claire Dodd.