
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
William Edmundsas Louie, the Janitor
Harry Burnsas Precinct Official Letting Henchmen In
John Hamiltonas Frank Y. Carter
Edward Hearnas Policeman
Thomas E. Jacksonas Vote Counter
Frank Orthas Soda Jerk
Dick Richas Henchman
Paul Evertonas Mayor James W. 'Jim' Wheelock
William Baileyas Jim
Barbara Bedfordas Rooming House Diner
Norman Willisas Henchman
C. Henry Gordonas John 'Boss' Bailey
Matt McHughas Albert 'Bert' / 'Perky' Perkins
Raymond Baileyas Bailey Henchman
Hugh Beaumontas Pete
Naomi Childersas Radio Broadcast Spectator
Robert Elliottas Mr. Edward Gibbon
Emmett Voganas Ballot Inspector
Will Wrightas Mr. Roberts
John Dilsonas Mr. Sanders
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