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