Behind Prison Gates (1939): cast, story & where to watch
1939 · Film
Released in 1939, Behind Prison Gates is an action, drama and crime film directed by Charles Barton, running about 63 minutes. “"BETTER TO DIE IN A FIGHT FOR FREEDOM THAN A LIVING DEATH BEHIND BARS!"” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An agent for the state attorney general poses as a convict to learn about bank loot.
Who’s in it. Behind Prison Gates stars Brian Donlevy as Agent Norman Craig / Red Murray, Julie Bishop as Sheila Murray (as Jacqueline Wells), Joseph Crehan as Prison Warden O'Neil and Paul Fix as Convict Petey Ryan, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Behind Prison Gates page.
If you liked it. Fans of Behind Prison Gates tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Behind Prison Gates (1939)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Behind Prison Gates change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Behind Prison Gates?
- Behind Prison Gates stars Brian Donlevy, Julie Bishop, Joseph Crehan, Paul Fix and George Lloyd.
- When was Behind Prison Gates released?
- Behind Prison Gates was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 63 minutes.