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