26 Jul 1950
The Underworld Story
A blacklisted reporter brings his shady ways to a small-town newspaper after being fired from a big city daily.
Tell No Tales
A newspaper editor turns a kidnapping into the banner headlines and exclusive story that could save his publication.
Top Billed Cast
Melvyn Douglas Michael Cassidy
Louise Platt Ellen Frazier
Gene Lockhart Arno
Douglass Dumbrille Matt Cooper (as Douglas Dumbrille)
Florence George Lorna Travers
Halliwell Hobbes Dr. Lovelake
Zeffie Tilbury Miss Mary
Harlan Briggs Davie Bryant
Sara Haden Miss Brendon
Hobart Cavanaugh Charlie Daggett
Oscar O'Shea Sam O'Neil
Theresa Harris Ruby
Jean Fenwick Mrs. Lovelake
Esther Dale Mrs. Haskins
Joseph Crehan Chalmers
Tom Collins Phil Arno
Clayton Moore Wilson
Ernie Alexander Johnny - Reporter (uncredited)
Joseph E. Bernard Man talking to Officer Simmons (uncredited)
James Blaine Police Capt. Hendry (uncredited)
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