The Match King

Plot Summary

Unscrupulous Chicago janitor Paul Kroll uses deceit to fund a return trip to his homeland of Sweden. There, via ongoing continuing deceit and manipulation, he gradually attains a monopoly on the matchstick market in several countries and becomes an influential international figure. Based on the true story of Ivar Kreuger.

Top Cast

Warren William Paul Kroll

Lili Damita Marta Molnar

Glenda Farrell Babe

Juliette Compton Sonia Lombard

Claire Dodd Ilse Wagner