Ride a Crooked Mile

A former convict, seeking to go straight, finds himself framed for a crime he didn't commit. He must evade the police and a ruthless racketeer to uncover the truth and clear his name. The film navigates the treacherous world of organized crime and mistaken identity.

Ride a Crooked Mile received a mixed-to-positive reception upon its release, appreciated for its fast-paced plot and solid performances within the crime genre conventions of the era. While not a groundbreaking film, it was considered an effective programmer that delivered suspense and drama.

• Praised for its engaging crime thriller elements and straightforward narrative.

• Edmund Lowe's performance as the conflicted ex-con was noted positively.

• Seen as a competently made, if somewhat conventional, B-movie from the late 1930s.

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The film was part of Paramount Pictures' output of a number of crime thrillers during the late 1930s, often featuring strong leading men in morally ambiguous situations.