The Petrified Forest
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The Petrified Forest

(1936)Directed by Archie Mayo82 minCrime, Drama, Romance, Thriller
“AGAIN THEY TRIUMPH!...The stars of 'Human Bondage' in a picture greater than the play!”

Nothing is waiting for Gabby (Bette Davis) at the Arizona roadside diner where she serves, and she dreams of a bigger life somewhere else. Then Alan Squier (Leslie Howard), a penniless drifter, wanders in, and Archie Mayo has Duke Mantee (Humphrey Bogart), a notorious killer, follow close behind to hold everyone at the counter. Miles of desert surround the diner, and between Gabby and Alan a rapport has already started.

Leslie Howardas Alan Squier
Bette Davisas Gabrielle "Gabby" Maple
Humphrey Bogartas Duke Mantee
Genevieve Tobinas Mrs. Edith Chisholm
Dick Foranas Boze Hertzlinger
Porter Hallas Jason Maple
Charley Grapewinas Gramp Maple
Paul Harveyas Mr. Chisholm
Joe Sawyeras Jackie
Eddie Acuffas Lineman
Slim Thompsonas Slim
John Alexanderas Joseph
Arthur Aylesworthas Black Horse Troopers Commander (uncredited)
Jack Cheathamas Deputy (uncredited)
Jim Farleyas Sheriff (uncredited)
George Guhlas Black Horse Trooper (uncredited)
Gus Leonardas Jim (uncredited)
Tom McGuireas Driver (uncredited)
Addison Richardsas Radio Announcer (voice) (uncredited)
Francis J. Scheidas Second Lineman (uncredited)
Perc Teepleas Driver (uncredited)
Frank Milan