Fall Guy (1947)

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A drugged man covered in blood is picked up by police. Before the cops can get answers the man escapes in search of answers to the mystery himself.
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Mar 15, 1947
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A drugged man covered in blood is picked up by police. Before the cops can get answers the man escapes in search of answers to the mystery himself.

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