The Get-Away (1941): cast, story & where to watch
1941 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1941, The Get-Away is a crime film directed by Edward Buzzell, running about 89 minutes. “Keep your eye on the beautiful brunette!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A jailed cop befriends a mob chieftain and stages a breakout with him.
Who’s in it. The Get-Away stars Robert Sterling as Jeff Crane, Charles Winninger as Doctor Josiah Glass, Donna Reed as Maria Theresa 'Terry' O'Reilly and Henry O'Neill as Warden Alcott, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, The Get-Away has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In AU you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Get-Away page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Get-Away tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Get-Away (1941)?
- In AU, The Get-Away is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Get-Away worth watching?
- The Get-Away holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Get-Away?
- The Get-Away stars Robert Sterling, Charles Winninger, Donna Reed, Henry O'Neill and Dan Dailey.
- When was The Get-Away released?
- The Get-Away was released in 1941, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.