Algiers

"You've Got A Date With Danger, A Rendezvous With Romance In The Glamorous, Mysterious Algiers . . Make A Date Now !"

Aug 5 1938 Approved 1h 36m
Drama, Mystery, Romance

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.

Plot

Pepe Le Moko, a thief who escaped from France with a fortune in jewels, has for two years lived in, and virtually ruled, the mazelike, impenetrable Casbah, "native quarter" of Algiers. A French official insists that he be captured, but sly Inspector Slimane knows he need only bide his time. The suave Pepe increasingly regards his stronghold as also his prison, especially when he meets beautiful Parisian visitor Gaby, who reminds him of the boulevards to which he dare not return...and arouses the mad jealousy of Ines, his Algerian mistress.

Written by

John Howard Lawson, James M. Cain, Henri La Barthe

Directed by

John Cromwell

Cast

Charles Boyer, Hedy Lamarr, Sigrid Gurie

Crew

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Production Countries

United States of America

Production Companies

Walter Wagner Productions, United Artists

Languages

Español, English

Awards

Nominated for 4 Oscars. 1 win & 5 nominations total

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