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They Gave Him a Gun

A former soldier's world unravels as he enters a toxic relationship with his ex-comrade's ex-girlfriend, ultimately leading him down a dangerous path of gangsterism.

In this action-packed movie, a young man is drafted into the military and finds himself in a troop led by a seasoned veteran, Fred. As they head to Europe, Jimmy becomes increasingly ruthless with his gun and earns a medal for his bravery. He also marries Fred's nurse girlfriend, Rose, and starts a new life. Years later, when Jimmy returns home, he reveals his true nature as a gangster and is arrested by Rose. Meanwhile, Jimmy escapes and seeks revenge against Fred, who has started a circus, with Rose now working there.

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Info about They Gave Him a Gun

Studio(s): Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer

Originally Released: United States, May 07, 1937

Production Country: United States

Genres:Crime, Drama, Film-Noir, Romance, War