Up the River (1938): cast, story & where to watch
1938 · Film
Released in 1938, Up the River is a comedy film directed by Alfred L. Werker, running about 75 minutes.
What it’s about. A group of prison inmates pass the time playing football and romancing ladies in this prison escape crime musical screwball comedy that was apparently a wacky spoof of the crime movies that were so popular in the 1930s. It seems to be completely forgotten today, except by major film buffs.
Who’s in it. Up the River stars Preston Foster as 'Chipper' Morgan, Tony Martin as Tommy Grant, Phyllis Brooks as Helen Lindsay and Slim Summerville as Slim Nelson, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Up the River page.
If you liked it. Fans of Up the River tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Up the River (1938)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Up the River change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Up the River?
- Up the River stars Preston Foster, Tony Martin, Phyllis Brooks, Slim Summerville and Arthur Treacher.
- When was Up the River released?
- Up the River was released in 1938, with a runtime of about 75 minutes.