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Streets of New York

Streets of New York

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Status

Released

Release Date

Apr 12, 1939

Runtime

1h 13m

Genres

Crime, Drama

User Score

56%

Original Title

Streets of New York

Production Companies

Monogram Pictures

Director

William Nigh

Description

Jimmy, an idealistic and hard-working young man, has just arrived in New York City with dreams of making his fortune. Along the way he faces numerous obstacles, opportunities and temptations, but through it all, he considers the actions of his hero, Abraham Lincoln, for guidance. Will Jimmy see his dreams come true, or will he be another of the countless hopefuls chewed up and spit out by New York's mean streets?