Algiers
MovieTitle | Algiers |
User score | 6.3 |
Release date | Jan 16, 1938 |
Genre | Drama, Mystery, Romance, Crime |
Director | John Cromwell |
Production country | United States of America |
Production companies | United Artists, Walter Wanger Productions |
Budget | $691,833 |
Revenue | $951,801 |
Run time | 96 min. |
Pepe Le Moko is a notorious thief, who escaped from France. Since his escape, Moko has become a resident and leader of the immense Casbah of Algiers. French officials arrive insisting on Pepe's capture are met with unfazed local detectives, led by Inspector Slimane, who are biding their time. Meanwhile, Pepe meets the beautiful Gaby, which arouses the jealousy of Ines.