The Match King
The Match King
Release: 1932-12-31·Runtime: 79m·★ 6.2
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
Warren Williamas Paul Kroll
Harold Huberas Scarlatti
Robert McWadeas Mr. Larsen
Harry Beresfordas Christian Hobe (uncredited)
George Meekeras Erickson (uncredited)
Torben Meyeras Hans the Headwaiter (uncredited)
Harold Minjiras Messenger (uncredited)
Sheila Terryas Blonde Telephone Operator (uncredited)
Glenda Farrellas Babe
Juliette Comptonas Sonia Lombard
Spencer Chartersas Oscar
Murray Kinnellas Nyberg
Wallis Clarkas Erickson's Associate (uncredited)
Alphonse Martellas Frenchman Lighting Match (uncredited)
John Wrayas Foreman of Janitors
Frederick Sullivanas Banker (uncredited)
Rolfe Sedanas In-Room Waiter (uncredited)
Irving Baconas Messenger with Bracelet (uncredited)
Ed Bradyas Prisoner Wanting Match (uncredited)
Wilhelm von Brinckenas Marta's Companion (uncredited)
Lili Damitaas Marta Molnar
Claire Doddas Ilse Wagner
Frank Ellisas Cowboy in Prologue (uncredited)
DeWitt Jenningsas Bodensky (uncredited)
Charles Sellonas Match Company Executive (uncredited)
John St. Polisas Banker (uncredited)
Hardie Albrightas Erik Borg
Alan Haleas Borglund
John Elliottas Banker (uncredited)
John Inceas Match Company Executive (uncredited)
Edmund Breeseas Olaf Christofsen
Lee Kohlmaras Jeweler (uncredited)
Greta Meyeras Marta's Maid Trudi (uncredited)
Bodil Rosingas Frau Necher (uncredited)
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