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- How long is The Phenix City Story?
- The Phenix City Story is 1 hr 40 min long.
- Who directed The Phenix City Story?
- Phil Karlson
- Who is Albert Patterson in The Phenix City Story?
- John McIntire plays Albert Patterson in the film.
- What is The Phenix City Story about?
- Based on a sensational news story, this film looks at the murder of Albert L. Patterson (John McIntire), who hopes to win the an attorney general's job in Alabama. Phenix City is a dangerous place to run for election without the backing of local gangsters, but urged on by his ex-military son, John (Richard Kiley), Albert promises to restore law and order to the crime-ridden city. Though he pays the ultimate price for his bravery, his candidacy inspires residents to stand up to the mobsters.