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