
You, the People
You, the People
Release: 1940-11-30·Runtime: 21m·★ 6.2
Crime
This MGM Crime Does Not Pay series short features a big city crime boss's attempt to use his crime "machine" to fraudulently win reelection for the current corrupt mayor. By using several illegal tactics, and aided by voter apathy, the crime boss nearly continues his control of the city.
Production Countries
United States of America
Production Companies
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Cast
Robert Elliottas Mr. Edward Gibbon
Matt McHughas Albert 'Bert' / 'Perky' Perkins
Harry Burnsas Precinct Official Letting Henchmen In
Naomi Childersas Radio Broadcast Spectator
John Dilsonas Mr. Sanders
William Edmundsas Louie, the Janitor
Frank Orthas Soda Jerk
C. Henry Gordonas John 'Boss' Bailey
Raymond Baileyas Bailey Henchman
Hugh Beaumontas Pete
Barbara Bedfordas Rooming House Diner
Thomas E. Jacksonas Vote Counter
Dick Richas Henchman
William Baileyas Jim
Edward Hearnas Policeman
Norman Willisas Henchman
Paul Evertonas Mayor James W. 'Jim' Wheelock
John Hamiltonas Frank Y. Carter
Emmett Voganas Ballot Inspector
Will Wrightas Mr. Roberts
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