Road Gang (1936): cast, story & where to watch
1936 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 1936, Road Gang is a drama and crime film directed by Louis King, running about 61 minutes. “They're Fugitives From a ROAD GANG ... and They'll Never Go Back Alive!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A crusading young reporter planning a series of articles about a corrupt politician is framed for a crime and sentenced to serve five years at a prison farm.
Who’s in it. Road Gang stars Donald Woods as James 'Jim' Larrabie, Kay Linaker as Barbara Winston, Carlyle Moore Jr. as Robert 'Bob' Gordon and Joseph Crehan as Harry Shields, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Road Gang 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 Road Gang page.
If you liked it. Fans of Road Gang tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Road Gang (1936)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Road Gang change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Road Gang worth watching?
- Road Gang holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Road Gang?
- Road Gang stars Donald Woods, Kay Linaker, Carlyle Moore Jr., Joseph Crehan and Henry O'Neill.
- When was Road Gang released?
- Road Gang was released in 1936, with a runtime of about 61 minutes.