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A Lion Is in the Streets

In this gripping drama, a charming and cunning salesman from the Louisiana bayous turns his attention to politics, raising questions about his true intentions and the impact he may have on the community.

In this drama, a charming bayou peddler named Hank Martin marries a beautiful teacher named Verity, who soon discovers that his popularity stems from his cunning manipulation of those around him. As Verity navigates this complex web of relationships, she finds herself drawn into a world of deception and power struggles, including a rivalry with a sensual swamp girl named Flamingo who claims Hank as her own. Meanwhile, Hank's crusade against a corrupt cotton buyer propels him towards political prominence, leaving Verity to wonder if anyone can stop his meteoric rise.

Info about A Lion Is in the Streets

Studio(s): William Cagney Productions, Warner Bros. Pictures

Originally Released: United States, Sep 23, 1953

Production Country: United States

Genres:Drama, Romance, Thriller