Joe Palooka in the Counterpunch
“JOE'S PLAYING WITH DYNAMITE...IN A Streamlined PACKAGE! What thrills...when he tangles with international crooks...while a sultry beauty tries to wreck his romance!”
Joe heads for South America to fight the Latin champ. Shipboard, he helps federal agents fight counterfeiters. He also spars with love interest Anne Howe.
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About Joe Palooka in the Counterpunch
Joe Palooka in the Counterpunch is a 1949 English-language action, comedy and crime film directed by Reginald Le Borg. The cast is led by Leon Errol, Joe Kirkwood Jr., Elyse Knox. It has a runtime of 1h 14m.
Joe Palooka in the Counterpunch was produced by Monogram Pictures and made in United States of America. It was released on August 14, 1949, and carries a NR certification.
- Director
- Reginald Le Borg
- Writers
- Henry Blankfort, Cy Endfield
- Release date
- August 14, 1949
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- NR
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Production
- Monogram Pictures
Joe Palooka in the Counterpunch cast & crew
Joe Palooka in the Counterpunch was directed by Reginald Le Borg and written by Henry Blankfort and Cy Endfield.
The cast features Leon Errol as Knobby Walsh, Joe Kirkwood Jr. as Joe Palooka, Elyse Knox as Anne Howe, Marcel Journet as Anton Kindel, Sheila Ryan as Myra Madison, and Harry Lewis as Chick Bennett.
Behind the camera, cinematography is by William A. Sickner and it was produced by Hal E. Chester.
Is Joe Palooka in the Counterpunch worth watching?
At 1h 14m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy action, comedy, and crime, Joe Palooka in the Counterpunch is worth a place on your watchlist.
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Cast of Joe Palooka in the Counterpunch
Leon Errol
Knobby Walsh
Joe Kirkwood Jr.
Joe Palooka
Elyse Knox
Anne Howe
Marcel Journet
Anton Kindel
Sheila Ryan
Myra Madison
Harry Lewis
Chick Bennett
Frank Sully
Looie
Ian Wolfe
Professor Lilliquist
Sam Hayes
Fight Announcer
Walter Sande
Austin
Douglass Dumbrille
Captain Lance
Douglas Fowley
Thurston
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Joe Palooka in the Counterpunch — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Joe Palooka in the Counterpunch in United States?
Joe Palooka in the Counterpunch is not currently available on major streaming services in United States. Availability changes often — check back soon.
▸What language is Joe Palooka in the Counterpunch in?
Joe Palooka in the Counterpunch is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Joe Palooka in the Counterpunch?
Joe Palooka in the Counterpunch runs 1 hours 14 minutes (74 minutes).
▸What is Joe Palooka in the Counterpunch rated?
Joe Palooka in the Counterpunch is rated NR. It holds a 9.0/10 audience score from 1 ratings.
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