FILMSHShake Hands with the Devil1959
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Shake Hands with the Devil
Filmed on location film with a runtime of 111 minutes, released in 1959. Presented in English.
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Sean Lenihan (James Cagney) is a medical professor at the University of Dublin and a secret commander in the Irish underground. Kerry O'Shea (Don Murray) is the student and World War I veteran whose father was a companion of Lehihan's before being killed in the struggle for Irish independence in 1921. The two combine forces as academia takes a back seat to brutal terrorism. Based on a novel by Rearden Conner.
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How long is Shake Hands with the Devil?
Shake Hands with the Devil runs for 1h 51m.
What language is it available in?
The primary language listed for this title is English.
What kind of film is this?
It is tagged under filmed on location, drama.
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