The Power and the Prize(1956)
Challenging drama of today's changing morals
An ambitious executive jeopardizes his career to marry a European refugee.
Movie: The Power and the Prize
Top 10 Billed Cast
Cliff Barton
Miriam Linka
George Salt
Guy Eliot
Mr. Carew
Mrs. George Salt
Joan Salt
Restaurant Patron
Lester Everett
Howard Carruthers
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An ambitious executive jeopardizes his career to marry a European refugee.
Release Date
1956-09-26
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5.5
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Challenging drama of today's changing morals
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