The Mysterious Mr. Valentine(1946)
THE PAY-OFF WAS MURDER!
Janet Spencer is driving down a country road when one of her tires blows out. This seemingly innocuous, everyday occurrence leads Linda into a labyrinth of murder, blackmail and intrigue.
Movie: The Mysterious Mr. Valentine
Top 10 Billed Cast
Steve Morgan
Janet Spencer
Lola Carson
Police Lt. Milo Jones
Rita Armstrong
Sam Priestly
Martha, the Housekeeper
Peter Musso, Henchman
Frank Gary, Henchman
John Armstrong
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