Petty crook and cop-killer Martin Rome, in bad shape from wounds in the hospital prison ward, still refuses to help slimy lawyer Niles clear his client by confessing to another crime. Police Lt. Candella must check Niles' allegation; a friend of the Rome family, he walks a tightrope between sentiment and cynicism. When Martin fears Candella will implicate his girlfriend Teena, he'll do anything to protect her. How many others will he drag down to disaster with him?
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Cry of the City: frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Cry of the City?
Cry of the City isn't available to stream in the US right now.
When was Cry of the City released?
Cry of the City was released on September 29, 1948.
Who is in the cast of Cry of the City?
The main cast includes Victor Mature (Lt. Candella), Richard Conte (Martin Rome), Fred Clark (Lt Collins), and Shelley Winters (Brenda Martingale).
Who directed Cry of the City?
Cry of the City was directed by Robert Siodmak.
How long is Cry of the City?
Cry of the City runs 95 minutes (1 h 35 min).
How is Cry of the City rated?
Cry of the City has a rating of 6.7/10 on TMDB from 76 votes.