The Night of January 16th (1941)

5.8/10 • 80 min • Mystery Crime Drama

Overview

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.

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)

Keith Richards

Faulkner's Chauffeur

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