The Public Pays
"Startling expose of modern racketeering!"
Originally released in 1936. The Public Pays is a crime/drama film. directed by Errol Taggart. At just 19 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Richard Alexander, Barbara Bedford, and Harry C. Bradley
Synopsis
In this MGM Crime Does Not Pay series short, a protection racket preying on milk distribution is broken through the persistence of law enforcement and the courage of a local businessman.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 10, 1936
89 years ago
Runtime
0h 19m
19 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (10 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Richard Alexander
as Drunken Hood Who Knocks Over Milk Wagon (uncredited)
Barbara Bedford
as Markovitz's Secretary (uncredited)
Harry C. Bradley
as Grocer (uncredited)
Russ Clark
as Officer Jerry (uncredited)
Betty Ross Clarke
as Paige's Secretary (uncredited)
John Dilson
as Milk Company Executive Moore (uncredited)
Bess Flowers
as Woman from the Relief Bureau (uncredited)
Karl Hackett
as Milk Company Executive Markovitz (uncredited)
Robert Homans
as Officer Donovan (uncredited)
George Humbert
as Italian Milk Dealer Simonelli (uncredited)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Public Pays about?
In this MGM Crime Does Not Pay series short, a protection racket preying on milk distribution is broken through the persistence of law enforcement and the courage of a local businessman.
Who directed The Public Pays?
The Public Pays was directed by Errol Taggart.
How long is The Public Pays?
The Public Pays has a runtime of 0 hours and 19 minutes (19 minutes total).
When was The Public Pays released?
The Public Pays was released on October 10, 1936 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Public Pays?
The main cast of The Public Pays includes Richard Alexander, Barbara Bedford, Harry C. Bradley, Russ Clark, Betty Ross Clarke.