(1942)Directed by Lewis Seiler82 minCrime, Drama

“HUMPHREY BOGART as the Last of the Racket Barons... the Big Shot of 'em all!”

Duke Berne, former big shot but now a three-time loser, fears returning to crime because a fourth conviction will mean a life sentence. Finally, haunted by his past and goaded by his cohorts, he joins in planning an armoured car robbery.

Humphrey Bogartas Joseph 'Duke' Berne

Irene Manningas Lorna Fleming

Richard Travisas George Anderson

Susan Petersas Ruth Carter

Stanley Ridgesas Martin T. Fleming, Attorney

Minor Watsonas Warden George Booth

Chick Chandleras Frank 'Dancer' Smith

Joe Downingas Frenchy

Howard Da Silvaas Sandor

Murray Alperas Quinto, a Convict

Roland Drewas Faye

John Ridgelyas Tim

Joe Kingas Prosecutor Toohey

John Hamiltonas Judge

Virginia Brissacas Mrs. Booth

Eleanor Parkeras Telephone Operator (voice)

Frank Mayoas Doctor (uncredited)

DK Dorothy Kelly

The Big Shot