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