The Sellout

How much does it take for a Woman to Sellout her Man?

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A small-town newspaper editor risks everything to expose a corrupt sheriff.

Released: May 30, 1952

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Walter Pidgeon

Haven D. Allridge

John Hodiak

Charles 'Chick' Johnson

Audrey Totter

Cleo Bethel

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