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