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Touch of Evil (1958)

When a car bomb explodes on the American side of the U.S./Mexico border, Mexican drug enforcement agent Miguel Vargas begins his investigation, along with American police captain Hank Quinlan. When Vargas begins to suspect that Quinlan and his shady partner, Menzies, are planting evidence to frame an innocent man, his investigations into their possible corruption quickly put himself and his new bride, Susie, in jeopardy.

  • Crime
  • Thriller

Top billed cast

  • Photo of Charlton HestonCharlton HestonRamon Miguel Vargas
  • Photo of Janet LeighJanet LeighSusan 'Susie' Vargas
  • Photo of Orson WellesOrson WellesPolice Captain Hank Quinlan
  • Photo of Joseph CalleiaJoseph CalleiaPolice Sergeant Pete Menzies
  • Photo of Akim TamiroffAkim Tamiroff'Uncle' Joe Grandi
  • Photo of Joanna MooreJoanna MooreMarcia Linnekar
  • Photo of Ray CollinsRay CollinsDistrict Attorney Adair
  • Photo of Dennis WeaverDennis WeaverMirador Motel Night Manager
  • Photo of Valentin de VargasValentin de VargasPancho
  • Photo of Mort MillsMort MillsAl Schwartz - District Attorney's Assistant

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