27 Nov 2020
Anchoring
A young seaman who is being hit by various problems related to his rights as a worker in private shipping company.
The Night of January 16th
Accused of killing her employer, financier Bjorn Faulkner, Kit is championed by wisecracking sailor-on-leave Steve Van Ruyle, who has a vested interest in the outcome of the trial.
Top Billed Cast
Robert Preston Steve Van Ruyle
Ellen Drew Katherine "Kit" Lane
Nils Asther Bjorn Faulkner
Clarence Kolb Tilton
Willard Robertson Inspector Donegan
Cecil Kellaway Oscar, the Drunk
Donald Douglas Attorney Polk
Paul Stanton District Attorney
Margaret Hayes Nancy Wakefield
Harry Hayden Williamson
Roy Gordon Roger Wakefield
Byron Foulger Jeweler (uncredited)
Cliff Nazarro Gas Station Attendant
Leon Belasco Flight Steward (uncredited)
James Flavin Policeman Kelly
Alice White Flashy Blonde
Rod Cameron Attrorney Polk's Assistant
Franklyn Farnum Juror (uncredited)
Jack Carr Pugnose Rafferty
Keith Richards Faulkner's Chauffeur
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