Never Steal Anything Small (1958)

Synopsis: In his last appearance in a musical, James Cagney gives a performance that sums up his multifaceted screen persona and varied talent. He plays Jake MacIllaney, a hard-nosed labor boss vying for the presidency of the local longshoreman... In his last appearance in a musical, James Cagney gives a performance that sums up his multifaceted screen persona and varied talent. He plays Jake MacIllaney, a hard-nosed labor boss vying for the presidency of the local longshoreman union -- and who would like to head the entire organization. To achieve his goal, MacIllaney stoops pretty low, raising $500,000 for his campaign through a local bookie. To make the entire operation seem legit, MacIllaney employs the services of a proper, fledgling Ivy league trained lawyer. In the process, the seasoned crook falls for the lawyer's young, beautiful and idealistic wife. [More]

Starring: James Cagney, Shirley Jones, Cara Williams, Roger Smith

Starring: James Cagney, Shirley Jones, Cara Williams, Roger Smith, Royal Dano, Anthony Caruso, Virginia Vincent, Bob Wilke

Director: Charles Lederer

Director: Charles Lederer
Story: Maxwell Anderson
Composer: Allie Wrubel
Producer: Aaron Rosenberg

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