The Racket
"The Racket boldly begins where the Senate crime committee left off!"
Originally released in 1951. The Racket is a crime/thriller film. directed by John Cromwell. At just 88 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Robert Mitchum, Lizabeth Scott, and Robert Ryan
Synopsis
The big national crime syndicate has moved into town, partnering up with local crime boss Nick Scanlon. McQuigg, the only honest police captain on the force, and his loyal patrolman, Johnson, take on the violent Nick.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 25, 1951
74 years ago
Runtime
1h 28m
88 minutes total
User Rating
6.3/10
Good (36 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- RKO Radio Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Racket about?
The big national crime syndicate has moved into town, partnering up with local crime boss Nick Scanlon. McQuigg, the only honest police captain on the force, and his loyal patrolman, Johnson, take ...
Who directed The Racket?
The Racket was directed by John Cromwell.
How long is The Racket?
The Racket has a runtime of 1 hours and 28 minutes (88 minutes total).
When was The Racket released?
The Racket was released on October 25, 1951 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Racket?
The main cast of The Racket includes Robert Mitchum, Lizabeth Scott, Robert Ryan, William Talman, Ray Collins.