Screenplay: Ralph Block

Top movies, series, and documentaries with a screenplay by Ralph Block. Explore the titles that showcase an exceptional writing.


Gambling Lady

1934 · Movie · 66 min. · United States

Direction Archie Mayo

Cast Barbara Stanwyck · Joel McCrea · Pat O'Brien · Claire Dodd

Synopsis Gambling Lady (1934) follows the story of a powerful criminal organization that controls every gambling establishment in a city, with the exception of Mike Lee's honest establishment. When Mike is pressured to allow cheating, he decides to leave, leaving his...

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The Arizona Kid

1930 · Movie · 88 min. · United States

Direction Alfred Santell

Cast Warner Baxter · Carole Lombard · Theodore von Eltz · Hank Mann

Synopsis The Arizona Kid (1930) follows the adventures of a daring outlaw who operates under the guise of a prosperous and easygoing miner. The protagonist, played by Warner Baxter, embodies the spirit of a modern-day Robin Hood, robbing from the rich...

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Dark Hazard

1934 · Movie · 73 min. · United States

Direction Alfred E. Green

Cast Edward G. Robinson · Genevieve Tobin · Glenda Farrell · Robert Barrat

Synopsis Dark Hazard (1934) follows the story of Jim, a man with an insatiable urge for gambling. His life takes a turn when he encounters Marge at a boarding house, leading to their marriage. However, Jim's gambling addiction soon creates significant...

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Nancy Goes to Rio

1950 · Movie · 100 min. · United States

Direction Robert Z. Leonard

Cast Ann Sothern · Jane Powell · Barry Sullivan · Carmen Miranda

Synopsis Nancy Goes to Rio (1950) follows the tale of a mother and daughter who find themselves in a rivalry for the same singing part. Unbeknownst to each other, they are both vying for the affections of the same man, leading...

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Patrick the Great

1944 · Movie · 85 min. · United States

Direction Frank Ryan

Cast Donald O´Connor · Peggy Ryan · Frances Dee · Donald Cook

Synopsis Patrick the Great (1944) follows the journey of a gifted young man, Pat Donahue, who is currently employed in the picturesque Berkshires. When he hears about a significant role opening up in the bustling city of New York, he seizes...

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A Holy Terror

1931 · Movie · 53 min. · United States

Direction Irving Cummings

Cast George O'Brien · Sally Eilers · Rita La Roy · Humphrey Bogart

Synopsis A Holy Terror (1931) follows the journey of Bard, the son of a wealthy Eastern millionaire, who discovers his father's tragic demise. Driven by a quest for answers, Bard embarks on a westward journey to consult with rancher Drew, who...

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The Right to Live

1935 · Movie · 69 min. · United States

Direction William Keighley

Cast Josephine Hutchinson · George Brent · Colin Clive · Peggy Wood

Synopsis The Right to Live (1935) follows the story of Maurice and Stella Trent, a couple deeply in love. Their world is turned upside down when Maurice suffers a devastating injury in an airplane accident, leaving him incapacitated. To support Stella...

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The Sea Wolf

1930 · Movie · 87 min. · United States

Direction Alfred Santell

Cast Milton Sills · Jane Keithley · Raymond Hackett · Mitchell Harris

Synopsis The Sea Wolf (1930) follows the journey of George, Ruth, and Humphrey as they embark on a nautical adventure. The trio sets sail for a leisurely boat ride, but their plans take an unexpected turn when they encounter the formidable...

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Nobody's Fool

1936 · Movie · 75 min. · United States

Direction Arthur Greville Collins

Cast Edward Everett Horton · Glenda Farrell · Cesar Romero · Frank Conroy

Synopsis Nobody's Fool (1936) follows the journey of a simple-minded young man from the countryside who ventures into the bustling metropolis of New York City. Upon his arrival, he becomes entangled in a web of deceit and manipulation orchestrated by cunning...

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I Am a Thief

1934 · Movie · 64 min. · United States

Direction Robert Florey

Cast Mary Astor · Ricardo Cortez · Dudley Digges · Robert Barrat

Synopsis I Am a Thief (1934) follows an insurance company's strategic move to expose a network of international thieves by auctioning off the invaluable Karenina diamond necklace. The auction attracts numerous interested parties, with jewel dealer Pierre Londais emerging as the...

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