The Match King
The Match King
Release: 1932-12-31·Runtime: 79m·★ 6.7
Drama
Unscrupulous Chicago janitor Paul Kroll uses deceit to fund a return trip to his homeland of Sweden. There, via ongoing continuing deceit and manipulation, he gradually attains a monopoly on the matchstick market in several countries and becomes an influential international figure. Based on the true story of Ivar Kreuger.
Production Countries
United States of America
Production Companies
First National Pictures
Cast
Bodil Rosingas Frau Necher (uncredited)
Lee Kohlmaras Jeweler (uncredited)
George Meekeras Erickson (uncredited)
Frederick Sullivanas Banker (uncredited)
Sheila Terryas Blonde Telephone Operator (uncredited)
Edmund Breeseas Olaf Christofsen
Ed Bradyas Prisoner Wanting Match (uncredited)
John Elliottas Banker (uncredited)
Claire Doddas Ilse Wagner
Frank Ellisas Cowboy in Prologue (uncredited)
John St. Polisas Banker (uncredited)
Wilhelm von Brinckenas Marta's Companion (uncredited)
Juliette Comptonas Sonia Lombard
Torben Meyeras Hans the Headwaiter (uncredited)
Charles Sellonas Match Company Executive (uncredited)
Warren Williamas Paul Kroll
Harold Huberas Scarlatti
Harry Beresfordas Christian Hobe (uncredited)
Greta Meyeras Marta's Maid Trudi (uncredited)
Lili Damitaas Marta Molnar
Murray Kinnellas Nyberg
DeWitt Jenningsas Bodensky (uncredited)
Alphonse Martellas Frenchman Lighting Match (uncredited)
Harold Minjiras Messenger (uncredited)
Spencer Chartersas Oscar
Robert McWadeas Mr. Larsen
Wallis Clarkas Erickson's Associate (uncredited)
Rolfe Sedanas In-Room Waiter (uncredited)
Irving Baconas Messenger with Bracelet (uncredited)
Glenda Farrellas Babe
John Wrayas Foreman of Janitors
Hardie Albrightas Erik Borg
Alan Haleas Borglund
John Inceas Match Company Executive (uncredited)
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