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Black Tuesday

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Black Tuesday is a 1954 American film noir directed by Hugo Fregonese and starring Edward G. Robinson as a condemned gangster. Its plot begins with an escape carried out on the night of the gangster's scheduled execution, using a prison setting to frame a crime story around death row, confinement, and pursuit. The film is suited to viewers studying mid-century noir, crime cinema, and Robinson's later gangster roles.

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How good is Black Tuesday?
Black Tuesday scores 6.48/10 (Fair) on Lunoo, making it rated in the Prison Film category.
What are the best alternatives to Black Tuesday?
See our alternatives page for Black Tuesday for a ranked list with scores. Top alternatives include: Invisible Stripes, The Criminal (1960), Bad Boys (1983).
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Is Black Tuesday worth it in 2026?
With a score of 6.48/10, Black Tuesday is a solid option in Prison Film. See all Prison Film ranked.

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