Pound Foolish(1940)
An expose of attempts by wealthy people to avoid payment of customs duties. Part of the MGM "Crime Does Not Pay" series.
Movie: Pound Foolish
Top 9 Billed Cast
Stephen Lancaster
Mrs. Marguerite Lancaster
Mrs. Irene Reynolds
Victor Lestrade
Mayor's Secretary
MGM Crime Reporter
Mayor Porter Woolsey
Party Guest
Marshall-Agent in Antwerp
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