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