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