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Raw Deal (1948)

“Bullets! Women! -- Can't Hold a Man Like That!”

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Plot

In the gritty shadows of the state prison, we find Joe Sullivan, a convict bearing the weight of another man's sins. Betrayed by Rick Coyle, a ruthless gangster who owes him a hefty $50,000, Joe's only solace lies in the promise of freedom. His ray of hope is Ann Martin, a young, steadfast woman from the law firm fighting for his freedom. She firmly believes that after three long, grueling years, Joe will finally step into the light of probation. However, the plot thickens when Pat, Joe's fiercely loyal lover, reveals Rick's nefarious plan for a prison break. With the sadistic Rick hoping to erase Joe from his life, the stage is set for a dangerous escape that could end in imprisonment or death. Undeterred, Joe pulls off the daring escape with Pat at the wheel of their freedom ride. A crossfire with the police leaves their car bereft of fuel, forcing them to seek refuge at Ann's house. But Ann's misguided attempt to alert the police spurs another escape, this time with her as an unwilling hostage. The trio embarks on a perilous journey to Crescent City, where Joe hopes to confront Rick and claim his due. Unbeknownst to him, Rick's deadly response is a hitman, poised to kill Joe on sight. Simultaneously, a tense love triangle unfolds, with heartbroken Pat fearing she's losing the hardened Joe to the morally upright Ann, who's inexplicably drawn to him. We're left to grapple with two critical questions: Is Joe truly the hardened criminal he's painted to be, or is there a glimmer of nobility beneath his tough exterior? And in this twisted game of love, will Joe choose the street-wise Pat or the virtuous Ann? As Joe's quest for freedom and justice collides with a whirlwind of love and betrayal, one can't help but wonder: Will Joe and Pat ever find their way to South America, leaving their tumultuous past behind? Or will the cruel hand of fate intervene? The answers lie within the raw, riveting narrative of "Raw Deal."

Where to watch Raw Deal?

Raw Deal is a crime movie featuring Dennis O'Keefe.

It is possible to rent Raw Deal on Amazon Video.