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The Inspector General (1949)

"The Kaye way to chaos and corruption."

6.619491h 41mEN
ComedyMusicRomance

Directed by Henry Koster

Rating

6.6/10

Runtime

1h 41m

Language

EN

Release

December 31, 1949

Director

Henry Koster

Official Trailer

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Overview

An illiterate stooge in a traveling medicine show wanders into a strange town and is picked up on a vagrancy charge. The town's corrupt officials mistake him for the inspector general whom they think is traveling in disguise. Fearing he will discover they've been pocketing tax money, they make sever...

Cast

Danny Kaye

Danny Kaye

Georgi

Walter Slezak

Walter Slezak

Yakov

Barbara Bates

Barbara Bates

Leza

Elsa Lanchester

Elsa Lanchester

Maria

Gene Lockhart

Gene Lockhart

The Mayor

Alan Hale

Alan Hale

Kovatch

Walter Catlett

Walter Catlett

Colonel Castine

Rhys Williams

Rhys Williams

Inspector General

Benny Baker

Benny Baker

Telecki (uncredited)

Leonard Bremen

Leonard Bremen

Lieutenant (uncredited)

Robert Cherry

Robert Cherry

Peasant (uncredited)

Frank Conlan

Frank Conlan

OId Villager (uncredited)

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Inspector General (1949), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

An illiterate stooge in a traveling medicine show wanders into a strange town and is picked up on a vagrancy charge. The town's corrupt officials mistake him for the inspector general whom they think is traveling in disguise. Fearing he will discover they've been pocketing tax money, they make several bungled attempts to kill him.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Inspector General. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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