The Shakedown
Dave Roberts is a professional boxer better at losing in fixed matches than in knocking out his opponents. He turns up in towns and is part of a group who sets up corrupt boxing matches. Dave's life on the margins changes after he meets a mother and son. As he begins to care for them, he ultimately has to decide whether to continue in his low-life ways or turn the tables on those who have been forcing him to participate in them.
- Rated
- Passed
- Runtime
- 1h 5m
- Released
- 1929
Details
Release year: 1929
Storyline
Dave Roberts is a professional boxer better at losing in fixed matches than in knocking out his opponents. He turns up in towns and is part of a group who sets up corrupt boxing matches. Dave's life on the margins changes after he meets a mother and son. As he begins to care for them, he ultimately has to decide whether to continue in his low-life ways or turn the tables on those who have been forcing him to participate in them.
Top credits
- James Murray — Dave Roberts
- Barbara Kent — Marjorie
- George Kotsonaros — Battling Roff
- Wheeler Oakman — Manager