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Outside the Three-Mile Limit 1940

★ 4.02 votes64 min📅 1940-03-07

"STRONG-ARM GUY OF A GAMBLING SHIP...Where the Stakes Were Life and Death!"

Sail into the high-stakes world of *Outside the Three-Mile Limit* (1940), a gripping crime drama directed by Lewis D. Collins.

Director: Lewis D. Collins

Cast

Jack Holt
Jack Holt
Treasury Agent Conway
Harry Carey
Harry Carey
Captain Bailey
Sig Ruman
Sig Ruman
Van Cleve
Eduardo Ciannelli
Eduardo Ciannelli
Dave Reeves
Donald Briggs
Donald Briggs
Jimmy Rothaker
Irene Ware
Irene Ware
Dorothy Kenney
Dick Purcell
Dick Purcell
Agent Melvin Pierce
Ben Welden
Ben Welden
Lefty Shores
Paul Fix
Paul Fix
Bill Swanson
George J. Lewis
George J. Lewis
Ed Morrow

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Outside the Three-Mile Limit (1940) about?

This crime drama follows Government Agent Conway as he poses as a crew member on a gambling ship operating beyond legal limits, uncovering a counterfeit money scheme orchestrated by a dangerous gangster.

Who directed Outside the Three-Mile Limit?

Lewis D. Collins directed this 1940 crime drama, known for his work in B-movie thrillers of the era.

Who stars in Outside the Three-Mile Limit?

The film features Jack Holt, Harry Carey, Sig Ruman, Eduardo Ciannelli, and Irene Ware in key roles.

Is Outside the Three-Mile Limit (1940) worth watching?

While not a blockbuster, *Outside the Three-Mile Limit* offers solid mid-century crime drama with tense maritime settings and strong performances. Fans of classic noir-style thrillers may find it a compelling watch.

How long is Outside the Three-Mile Limit?

The film runs for 64 minutes.

About Outside the Three-Mile Limit (1940) — Crime Drama on the High Seas with Jack Holt

Sail into the high-stakes world of *Outside the Three-Mile Limit* (1940), a gripping crime drama directed by Lewis D. Collins. Set aboard a moored gambling vessel beyond legal jurisdiction, this 64-minute thriller follows Government Agent Conway, who infiltrates the crew to uncover a sinister counterfeit operation masterminded by ruthless gangster Dave Reeves. As the stakes rise—life and death hang in the balance—the film blends tense maritime intrigue with shadowy underworld dealings.

With Jack Holt and Harry Carey anchoring the cast, the movie delivers sharp dialogue, suspenseful confrontations, and a brooding atmosphere that captures the moral ambiguity of its era. A tale of deception and justice, *Outside the Three-Mile Limit* dives into themes of corruption and redemption against the backdrop of a lawless haven.