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Strange Bargain

Strange Bargain

"$10,000 If You Make My Suicide Look Like MURDER!"

Bookkeeper Sam Wilson learns from his boss, Malcolm Jarvis, that he is losing his job because the company is closing down. Jarvis then makes a strange proposition, saying he intends to commit suicide but wants Sam to make it look like a murder, in order for his wife and son to inherit Jarvis's life insurance. Sam declines, but when he goes to see Jarvis and finds his dead body, he reluctantly goes along with the scheme.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Strange Bargain
  • Genres: Mystery, Thriller
  • Release Date: 1949-11-05
  • Runtime: 68 minutes
  • Rating: 5.7/10 (13 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: RKO Radio Pictures
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.2464
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Martha Scott

Martha Scott

as Georgia Wilson

Jeffrey Lynn

Jeffrey Lynn

as Sam Wilson

Harry Morgan

Harry Morgan

as Richard Webb

Katherine Emery

Katherine Emery

as Edna Jarvis

Richard Gaines

Richard Gaines

as Malcolm Jarvis

Henry O'Neill

Henry O'Neill

as Timothy Hearne

Walter Sande

Walter Sande

as Sergeant Cord

Michael Chapin

Michael Chapin

as Roddy Wilson

Arlene Gray

Arlene Gray

as Hilda Wilson

Raymond Roe

Raymond Roe

as Sydney Jarvis

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Keywords

film noirframedframed for murder

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Strange Bargain?

Strange Bargain is a Mystery, Thriller movie directed by . It was released on 1949-11-05.

Who are the main actors in Strange Bargain?

The main cast includes Martha Scott, Jeffrey Lynn, Harry Morgan, Katherine Emery, Richard Gaines, .

Where can I watch Strange Bargain online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Strange Bargain is available.

Is Strange Bargain based on a true story?

"$10,000 If You Make My Suicide Look Like MURDER!"

What is the IMDb rating of Strange Bargain?

Strange Bargain has an IMDb rating of 5.7/10 based on 13 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Strange Bargain?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Strange Bargain?

The soundtrack was composed by RKO Radio Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Strange Bargain filmed?

Strange Bargain was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Strange Bargain?

The total runtime of Strange Bargain is 68 minutes.

Is Strange Bargain suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Strange Bargain?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Strange Bargain.

Does Strange Bargain have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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