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193172 minCrime, Drama

X Marks the Spot

Is X Marks the Spot a Hit or Flop?

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Is X Marks the Spot worth watching? With a rating of 6/10, this Crime, Drama film is a mixed-bag for fans of the genre. Read on for our detailed analysis and user reviews.

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X Marks the Spot Synopsis

The story begins in 1923 where after an accident, a newspaper reporter needs to raise $5,000 to pay for an operation, otherwise his young sister will be crippled for life. The desperate reporter is finally able to get the cash from a shady acquaintance, Riggs. Eight years later in New York, circumstances conspire to place the reporter as the number one suspect in the murder of a showgirl. With no witness or alibi, the reporter devises a plan to smoke out the real culprit. A meeting is arranged under the cover of night and to the surprise of both men, the murderer is Riggs. Out of gratitude for past generosity to his sister, the reporter agrees not to expose Riggs, however unwittingly leads the police to him! Riggs is found guilty, and a dramatic scene in the courthouse ensues.

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Top Cast

Wallace Ford
Wallace FordTed Lloyd
Sally Blane
Sally BlaneSue
Lew Cody
Lew CodyGeorge Howard
Fred Kohler
Fred KohlerEdward P. Riggs
Joyce Coad
Joyce CoadGloria Lloyd
Clarence Muse
Clarence MuseEustace Brown
Charles Middleton
Charles MiddletonKirby
Mary Nolan
Mary NolanVivian Parker
Helen Parrish
Helen ParrishGloria (as a child)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is X Marks the Spot worth watching?

X Marks the Spot has received mixed reviews with a 6/10 rating. It might be worth watching if you're a fan of Crime, Drama movies.

Is X Marks the Spot hit or flop?

X Marks the Spot has received average ratings (6/10), performing moderately with audiences.

What genre is X Marks the Spot?

X Marks the Spot is a Crime, Drama movie that The story begins in 1923 where after an accident, a newspaper reporter needs to raise $5,000 to pay for an operation, otherwise his young sister will ...

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