State Penitentiary (1950): cast, story & where to watch
1950 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1950, State Penitentiary is a drama, crime and adventure film directed by Lew Landers, running about 66 minutes. “SAVAGE REALISM FILMED BEHIND PRISON WALLS !” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A man wrongly accused of a crime must decide between getting involved in a prison break, or remaining in jail until his wife can prove his innocence.
Who’s in it. State Penitentiary stars Warner Baxter as Rodger Manners, Onslow Stevens as Richard Evans, Karin Booth as Shirley Manners and Robert Shayne as Stanley Brown, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, State Penitentiary has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch State Penitentiary page.
If you liked it. Fans of State Penitentiary tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch State Penitentiary (1950)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for State Penitentiary change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is State Penitentiary worth watching?
- State Penitentiary holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, crime and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in State Penitentiary?
- State Penitentiary stars Warner Baxter, Onslow Stevens, Karin Booth, Robert Shayne and Richard Benedict.
- When was State Penitentiary released?
- State Penitentiary was released in 1950, with a runtime of about 66 minutes.