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With the help of God, the loveable safecracker Paul Wittkowski – aka “Cracker-Paulie” – manages to escape the clutches of the cops. He dresses up as a priest and ends up in a village, whose pastor is in dispute with an influential businessman. To help the pastor and a young widow, Paulie has to use his own special abilities. This work leads him back to the path of righteousness. He contacts the police and, after serving his time, starts a new life with the widow.
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Year
1960
Runtime
1h 35m
TMDB Rating
⭐ 7.8/10
Votes
11
Genre
Comedy
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Questions about Crook and the Cross
How long is Crook and the Cross?
Crook and the Cross has a runtime of 1h 35m (1 hour and 35 minutes).
Who directed Crook and the Cross?
Crook and the Cross was directed by Axel von Ambesser and released in 1960.
What genre is Crook and the Cross?
Crook and the Cross is a Comedy film (1960).
Who stars in Crook and the Cross?
The cast of Crook and the Cross includes Gert Fröbe, Karlheinz Böhm, Rudolf Vogel, Ellen Schwiers, Lucie Englisch.
What is the TMDB rating for Crook and the Cross?
Crook and the Cross has a TMDB rating of 7.8/10 based on 11 votes.
