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Underworld

September 1, 1937 1h 16m 4.0/10 (1 votes)

Originally released in 1937. Underworld is a crime/drama film. directed by Oscar Micheaux. At just 76 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Bee Freeman, Sol Johnson, and 'Slick' Chester

Synopsis

A young Southern college student falls for the charms of a female nightclub owner while on summer break in Chicago - and soon enough meets her club co-owner boyfriend and his gangster pals.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 1, 1937 88 years ago
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Runtime 1h 16m 76 minutes total
User Rating 4.0/10 Mixed (1 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Sack Amusement Enterprises
  • Micheaux Picture Corporation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Underworld about?

A young Southern college student falls for the charms of a female nightclub owner while on summer break in Chicago - and soon enough meets her club co-owner boyfriend and his gangster pals.

Who directed Underworld?

Underworld was directed by Oscar Micheaux.

How long is Underworld?

Underworld has a runtime of 1 hours and 16 minutes (76 minutes total).

When was Underworld released?

Underworld was released on September 1, 1937 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Underworld?

The main cast of Underworld includes Bee Freeman, Sol Johnson, 'Slick' Chester, Larry Seymour, Oscar Polk.