Into the Straight

Jul 15, 1949

1h 22m

★ 0.0

Overview

A romance set in the world of the sport of kings. The Curzons are a racehorse breeding family, who need to strengthen their blood stock to re-establish a fading reputation.

Genres

Drama

Romance

Production Companies

Embassy Pictures

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Cast

Hugh Duncan

James Workman

Sam Curzon

Charles Tingwell

Zara Marlowe

Margo Lee

Mrs Curzon

Muriel Steinbeck

Jane Curzon

Nonnie Peifer

June Curzon

Nonnie Peifer

Bunty

Shirley Hall

W.J. Curzon

George Randall

Paul Duncan

Alan White

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