

Help Wanted(1939)
Another thrilling CRIME DOES NOT PAY Subject
A temporary laborer who helps bring down a mob-sponsored employment racket

Movie: Help Wanted

Help Wanted
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A temporary laborer who helps bring down a mob-sponsored employment racket
Release Date
1939-06-10
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Another thrilling CRIME DOES NOT PAY Subject
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