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It Could Happen to You

It Could Happen to You (1937)

3 | 28 Jun 1937 | Drama

A politically charged story about a man who dabbles in crime, with disastrous results, to gain the capital he needs to purchase a school where immigrants are prepared for American citizenship. The school's European teacher dreams of a fascist America. Based on a story by Nathanael West and Samuel Ornitz, who was one of the Hollywood Ten blacklisted during the McCarthy Era.

Featured Crew

Phil Rosen Director
Yakima Canutt Stunts
Samuel Ornitz Screenplay
Nathanael West Screenplay
Nathanael West Story

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It Could Happen to You (1937) Cast & Crew

Alan Baxter
Alan Baxter
Bob Ames
Andrea Leeds
Andrea Leeds
Laura Compton
Owen Davis Jr.
Owen Davis Jr.
Fred Barrett
Walter Kingsford
Walter Kingsford
Prof. Schwab
Al Shean
Al Shean
Max 'Pa' Barrett
Elsa Janssen
Elsa Janssen
Mrs. Clavish
Stanley King
Stanley King
Detective

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