Assassin for Hire (1951)

6.7/10 • 67 min • Crime Mystery

Overview

Antonio Riccardi, a rare stamp dealer who is secretly a hired killer, pays for the violin lessons of his gifted brother Giuseppe. To meet the expenses of Giuseppe's concert debut he accepts a further job, but his decision to do so provides Detective Inspector Carson, who has long hoped to ensnare Tony, with an opportunity that might now enable him to bring about his downfall.

Cast

Sydney Tafler

Antonio Riccardi

Ronald Howard

Detective Inspector Carson

Katharine Blake

Maria Riccardi

John Hewer

Giuseppe Riccardi

Martin Benson

Catesby

Sam Kydd

Bert

Ewen Solon

Fred

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