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