The Scarface Mob (1959) in Color — Starring Robert Stack & Keenan Wynn

The Scarface Mob (1959) — Buy This Classic in Color

Experience the hard-hitting crime thriller The Scarface Mob (1959) colorized in stunning HD quality. Directed by Phil Karlson, this Desilu production stars Robert Stack as the incorruptible federal agent Eliot Ness, leading his legendary team of ‘Untouchables’ in a relentless war against Al Capone’s criminal empire in Prohibition-era Chicago. Originally produced as the two-part pilot for the acclaimed television series The Untouchables, this feature-length film established the template for one of the most popular and influential crime dramas in television history — a tough, uncompromising portrait of law enforcement battling organised crime at its most powerful and most violent. With Neville Brand delivering a menacing performance as Al Capone and narration by the great Walter Winchell, this is crime drama at its most visceral and compelling. Now available as an instant, DRM-free digital download for only €15.00.

Plot Summary

Chicago, 1930. Al Capone (Neville Brand) controls the city. His bootlegging empire generates millions, his army of thugs enforces his will through murder and intimidation, and the local police are largely powerless — or corrupt. The federal government sends Eliot Ness (Robert Stack), a young, determined Treasury agent, to break Capone’s stranglehold on Chicago.

Ness quickly discovers that corruption runs so deep that he cannot trust the existing law enforcement apparatus. He assembles a handpicked team of agents — men chosen specifically because they cannot be bribed, threatened, or intimidated. These are the ‘Untouchables,’ and their reputation for absolute incorruptibility makes them Capone’s most dangerous enemies. The team begins systematically attacking Capone’s bootlegging operations, raiding breweries, smashing distribution networks, and building the financial case that will eventually bring the crime lord to justice.

Capone fights back with everything in his considerable arsenal — bribery attempts, threats against families, assassination plots, and escalating violence designed to terrorise the Untouchables into submission. But Ness and his team refuse to break, maintaining their integrity in the face of extraordinary danger and creating a model of incorruptible law enforcement that would inspire generations. The film builds with documentary-style intensity toward the climactic confrontation between law and organised crime.

Cast & Crew

Director: Phil Karlson
Stars: Robert Stack’s Eliot Ness is a revelation — granite-jawed, quietly intense, and possessed of an unwavering moral certainty that makes him both inspiring and slightly frightening. Stack brings a cold, focused determination to the role that defined his career and established Ness as one of television’s iconic heroes. Neville Brand’s Al Capone is brutish, cunning, and genuinely menacing. Walter Winchell’s staccato narration adds authentic period atmosphere.

Why Buy This Classic in Color?

This professionally colorized edition enhances the film’s gritty Chicago settings with era-accurate hues. The dark, rain-slicked streets, the smoky speakeasies, the wood-panelled government offices, and the dramatic raid sequences gain extraordinary visual atmosphere through careful colour restoration. Now also available in colour.

Buy now for an instant, secure digital download with no DRM restrictions. Compatible with all devices that play MP4 files.

Historical Significance

Released in 1959, The Scarface Mob launched one of the most popular and influential television series in history. The Untouchables ran for four seasons and established the template for the prestige crime drama that would eventually lead to modern classics. Phil Karlson’s direction brought a feature-film toughness to the television format, and Robert Stack’s Emmy-winning performance as Ness demonstrated that complex, morally compelling characters could anchor a television series. Through colorization, this landmark crime production is preserved for modern audiences.

Technical Details

• Format: MP4
• Resolution: HD 720p
• Colorized: Yes — professionally restored frame-by-frame
• Audio: Original English mono soundtrack
• Runtime: 102 minutes
• DRM-free: Yes — play anywhere, keep forever
• Instant download: Yes — available immediately after purchase
• Price: €15.00

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Movie-Specific Questions

Q: Is this the same as The Untouchables TV series?
A: This is the original two-part television pilot edited into a feature film — it tells the origin story of Ness and his team and established the characters, tone, and style that made the series a massive and enduring hit.

Q: Is this related to the 1987 Kevin Costner film?
A: Both tell the story of Eliot Ness vs. Al Capone, but this earlier version takes a grittier, more documentary approach. Robert Stack’s Ness is colder and more focused than Costner’s more emotional interpretation.

Q: Who narrates the film?
A: The legendary newspaper columnist and broadcaster Walter Winchell provides the distinctive staccato narration that became one of the most recognisable elements of The Untouchables brand.

Digital Download Questions

Q: What format is the download?
A: The film is delivered as a high-quality MP4 file compatible with all modern devices and media players.

Q: Is there DRM protection?
A: No. The download is completely DRM-free — you own it outright and can play it on any device forever.

Q: How do I receive the film after purchase?
A: You receive an instant download link immediately after payment. A backup copy of the link is also sent to your email address.

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