26 Jul 1941
Sucker List
In this MGM Crime Does Not Pay series short, a man and his racketeer buddies devise a scheme to bilk those already seemingly desperate for money of what little they have.
Help Wanted
Another thrilling CRIME DOES NOT PAY Subject
A temporary laborer who helps bring down a mob-sponsored employment racket
Top Billed Cast
Tom Neal Joe Daniels
Jo Ann Sayers Mary Daniels
Clem Bevans H.L. (Pop) Daniels
Edward Pawley Harry
Truman Bradley Labor Commissioner's Representative
Leon Ames J.T. Evans-Labor Commissioner
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