Algiers (1938)

Directed by John Cromwell

“You've Got A Date With Danger, A Rendezvous With Romance In The Glamorous, Mysterious Algiers... Make A Date Now!”

Drama, Romance, Crime · 1h 36m

Pepe Le Moko is a notorious thief, who escaped from France. Since his escape, Moko has become a resident and leader of the immense Casbah of Algiers. French officials arrive insisting on Pepe's capture are met with unfazed local detectives, led by Inspector Slimane, who are biding their time. Meanwhile, Pepe meets the beautiful Gaby, which arouses the jealousy of Ines.

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Cast

Crew

Director
John Cromwell
Screenplay
John Howard Lawson
Novel
Detective Ashelbe
Director of Photography
James Wong Howe
Original Music Composer
Vincent Scotto, Mohamed Iguerbouchène
Editor
Otho Lovering, William Reynolds
Producer
Walter Wanger

Details

Release date
1938-01-16
Runtime
1h 36m
Genres
Drama, Romance, Crime
Original language
EN
Spoken languages
English, Spanish
Countries
United States of America
Production
United Artists, Walter Wanger Productions
Budget
$691,833
Box office
$951,801