Dick Tracy vs. Cueball
Dick Tracy vs. Cueball

Dick Tracy vs. Cueball

1946Movie62 minEnglish

A police detective uses his girlfriend to track down a homicidal maniac.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: John RawlinsGenres: Action, Crime, Film-Noir

Plot Summary

Dick Tracy, the tough city detective, finds himself up against a ruthless criminal known as Cueball, a cold-blooded killer with a distinctive bald head and a penchant for violence. Cueball is orchestrating a series of robberies and murders, leaving a trail of chaos in his wake. Tracy must use his wits and bravery to track down this elusive villain and bring him to justice before more innocent lives are lost.

Critical Reception

As a low-budget B-movie, 'Dick Tracy vs. Cueball' was primarily aimed at pulp comic fans and audiences seeking straightforward action. While not a critical darling, it offered decent entertainment value for its intended audience, with Boris Karloff's menacing performance being a standout element.

What Reviewers Say

  • Presents a standard crime narrative with adequate action sequences.
  • Boris Karloff delivers a memorable performance as the villain.
  • Competent B-movie execution, particularly for fans of the comic strip.

Google audience: Audience reviews are limited due to the film's age and B-movie status, but generally indicate it served as satisfactory entertainment for its time, especially for followers of the Dick Tracy character.

Fun Fact

Boris Karloff, renowned for his iconic horror roles, took on the menacing role of Cueball, showcasing his versatility in crime and noir films.

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A slightly better than average outing for our eponymous detective (Morgan Conway) as he tries to track down the violent thug "Cueball" (Dick Wessel) who has already murdered once - with what appears to be a very thick shoelace - to acquire ...