Treasure of Monte Cristo (1949)

This modern tale borrows from an old story in establishing Langan, who works on a ship that docks in San Francisco, as a descendant of the Count of Monte Cristo. Crooked Lawyer Brodie sets ... See full summary »

Director:

William Berke

Writers:

Aubrey Wisberg (original story and screenplay), Jack Pollexfen (original story and screenplay)

Stars:

Glenn Langan, Adele Jergens, Steve Brodie

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Glenn Langan	...	Edmund Dantes
Adele Jergens	...	Jean Turner
Steve Brodie	...	Earl Jackson
Bobby Jordan	...	Tony Torecelli
Michael Whalen	...	Lt. Michael Perry
George Davis	...	District Attorney
Margia Dean	...	Nurse
Sid Melton	...	Tyson (as Sidney Melton)
Brian O'Hara	...	Jailer
Robert Boon	...	Boatswain
Jeritza Novak	...	Miss Jean Turner
Jimmy O'Neil	...	Pawnbroker
Curtis Jarrett	...	Deputy Sheriff
Charles Regan	...	Bailey (as Charles Reagan)
Larry Barton	...	Hotel Clerk

Storyline

This modern tale borrows from an old story in establishing Langan, who works on a ship that docks in San Francisco, as a descendant of the Count of Monte Cristo. Crooked Lawyer Brodie sets up a scheme to get at the treasure of Langan's famed ancestor, and using the beautiful blonde Jergens, tries to lure Langan into a trap. Langan proves worthy of his heritage, using a gun instead of a sword, and wins legitimately both his forturne and Jergens.

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Plot Keywords:

set up | treasure | ancestor | crooked lawyer | lawyer | 

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Taglines:

A fast-moving...suspenseful jewel mystery...set against the colorful background of today's San Francisco!

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Genres:

Action | Adventure | Drama | Romance

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Certificate:

Approved

Details

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

27 August 1949 (USA)

Also Known As:

Das Erbe von Monte Christo

Filming Locations:

San Francisco, California, USA

Company Credits

Production Co:

Lippert Pictures

Technical Specs

Runtime:

76 min

Sound Mix:

Mono

Color:

Black and White

Aspect Ratio:

1.37 : 1

User Reviews

Treasure of Monte Cristo (1949)

You wouldn't guess it from the title, but this is a film noir about an elaborate frame-up job. A seaman gets off his ship, rescues a damsel in distress, and finds himself on the hook for murder. The plot is fairly predictable but still engaging enough for a good time. However, don't go looking for classic noir. Bland characters, including an annoying ethnic stereotype. Glenn Langan is okay but rather generic, and a lot more could have been done with the Adele Jurgens character. Only Steve Brodie stands out as the sleazy attorney. Except for a terrific POV shot at the climax, the photography is serviceable but nothing special. The film clips along at a reasonable pace and is mildly entertaining -- nothing more.