The Match King

(1932)

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Synopsis

Fact-based tale about a businessman who takes over a bankrupt Swedish match factory, then lies his way into getting corporate backing for the operation. With little regard for ethics, he purchases all existing match patents, ultimately monopolizing the industry.

Directors

Howard P. Bretherton, Howard Bretherton, William Keighley, Leo F. Forbstein, Hal B. Wallis

Production year

1932

Rating

TV-G

Studio

Warner Bros.

Runtime

70 minutes

Cast

Warren William, Lily Damita, Glenda Farrell, Juliette Compton, Claire Dodd