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Slaughter on 10th Avenue

5.8 (9 votes)• 1957• 103m•Released

Storyline & Plot Summary

A rookie assistant DA is assigned to investigate the murder of a longshoreman, killed for exposing gangster involvement on the piers, and meets up with a "code of silence" amongst all potential witnesses.

Production Details

Languages: English

Director: Arnold Laven

Starring Cast: Richard Egan, Jan Sterling, Dan Duryea, Julie Adams, Walter Matthau, Charles McGraw

Cast

Richard Egan

William Keating

Jan Sterling

Madge Pitts

Dan Duryea

John Jacob Masters

Julie Adams

Dee

Walter Matthau

Al Dahlke

Charles McGraw

Lt. Anthony Vosnick

Sam Levene

Howard Rysdale

Mickey Shaughnessy

Solly Pitts

Harry Bellaver

Benjy Karp

Nick Dennis

Midget

Joe Downing

Eddie 'Cockeye' Cook

Ned Wever

Captain Sid Wallace

Billy M. Greene

"Monk" Mohler

John McNamara

Judge

Amzie Strickland

Mrs. Cavanagh

Mickey Hargitay

Big John

Len Lesser

Sam (Uncredited)

Audience Reviews & Detailed Breakdown

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2 Reviews

CinematicExpert

2 days ago

9.5 / 10

Story: 10•Cast: 9.5•OST: 9•Rewatch: 9

An absolute masterpiece of modern cinema! The character arcs are deeply emotional and the musical score heightens every single scene.

DramaEnthusiast

1 week ago

8.8 / 10

Story: 9•Cast: 9•OST: 8.5•Rewatch: 8.5

Great pacing throughout the entire story. The leads have insane chemistry together. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a compelling watch.

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