The Match King

1932·Movie
1h 19min·NR
67
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb6.8Metacritic––Rotten Tomatoes–67%

Where to watch

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About

Unscrupulous Chicago janitor Paul Kroll uses deceit to fund a return trip to his homeland of Sweden. There, via ongoing continuing deceit and manipulation, he gradually attains a monopoly on the matchstick market in several countries and becomes an influential international figure. Based on the true story of Ivar Kreuger.
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Crew

Directed by:
William Keighley, Howard Bretherton
Written by:
Houston Branch, Sidney Sutherland, Einar Thorvaldson
Produced by:
William Maybery, Hal B. Wallis, William Forsyth
Composed by:
Bernhard Kaun, Leo F. Forbstein

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Match King

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Where can I stream The Match King legally?

HBO MaxTCM

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Is The Match King worth watching?

67
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 67/100 (IMDb 6.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Match King rated?

NR

It's rated NR in the United States.

How long is The Match King?

1 h 19 min

The Match King runs 1 h 19 min.

What language is The Match King in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

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