99 River Street (1953)

Once on the brink of heavyweight glory, Ernie Driscoll's dreams were shattered when a devastating eye injury cost him the championship title. Now, the fiery ex-boxer navigates the gritty streets of New York, not as a champion, but as a taxi driver. His dreams of stability hinge on the hope of owning a gas station, a stark contrast to his wife Pauline's yearning for the glitz and glamour of a showbiz life she believes she sacrificed for him. As Ernie battles to control his simmering anger, a double blow lands him in a perilous situation. A violent confrontation with Linda James, a struggling actress and acquaintance, puts him on the police's radar for assault. Meanwhile, his world crumbles when he discovers Pauline's lifeless body in the back of his cab, a chilling scene that launches him into the heart of a sinister plot. Caught in the web of treachery is the cunning jewel thief, Victor Rawlins, whose deadly liaison with Pauline ultimately leads to her demise. With the clock ticking and the law closing in, Ernie finds himself framed for a murder he did not commit. With a single lead and the help of a few loyal friends, Ernie embarks on a desperate mission: find Rawlins before he flees the country, clear his name, and unravel the truth behind his wife's tragic end. In this dangerous game of cat and mouse, Ernie must rely on his old fighting spirit to survive and seek justice, all while staying one step ahead of the law. Will the former boxer prove his innocence, or will he end up another casualty of the unforgiving city?

99 River Street is a crime movie featuring John Payne.

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