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