We Who Are About to Die

1937 | 81 minutes | 6.8 ★ (4)

We Who Are About to Die
  • Overview

    John Thompson is kidnapped by mobsters after quitting his job. Then he is arrested, tried, and sentenced to death for murders they committed. A suspicious detective thinks he is innocent and works to save his life.

  • Release Date

    08 January 1937

  • DirectingChristy Cabanne
  • Budget

    $0.00

  • Revenue

    $0.00

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