"Ernie" (played by John Payne) finds himself learning, like many boxers have before, that success and recognition can disappear quickly. After suffering a defeat in a heavyweight match, he’s forced to drive a taxi just to survive financially. This situation doesn't please his wife, "Pauline" (Peggie Castle), who is portrayed as self-centered and unpleasant, and she begins an affair with the disreputable "Rawlins" (Br…

Keep your theatre and the rats in it. 99 River Street comes from director Phil Karlson, with a screenplay by Robert Smith based on a story by George Zuckerman. The film features John Payne, Evelyn Keyes, Brad Dexter, Frank Faylen, Jay Adler, Eddie Waller, and Peggie Castle. Arthur Lange and Emil Newman composed the music, while Franz Planer handled the cinematography. Following an injury that forced his retirem…