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Prison Break

NR1h 12m1938Arthur Lubin
IMDb: 6.1/10
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Story of a tuna fisherman who has been wrongfully convicted of a murder he did not commit. His exemplary behavior in prison ensures that he is up for early parole. He realizes, however, that his movements will be limited, and he will be unable to join and wed his beloved. The only solution is to escape and hunt down the real killer, himself.

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What is Prison Break (1938) about?

Story of a tuna fisherman who has been wrongfully convicted of a murder he did not commit. His exemplary behavior in prison ensures that he is up for early parole. He realizes, however, that his movements will be limited, and he will be unable to join and wed his beloved. The only solution is to escape and hunt down the real killer, himself.

Who stars in Prison Break?

Prison Break stars Barton MacLane (Joaquin Shannon), Glenda Farrell (Jean Fenderson), Paul Hurst (Soapy), Constance Moore (Maria Shannon), Edward Pawley (Joe Fenderson). The film was directed by Arthur Lubin.

How long is Prison Break?

Prison Break has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1938. It is rated NR.

Is Prison Break worth watching?

Prison Break holds an IMDb rating of 6.1/10. Fans of Crime, Drama, Thriller are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

Where can I watch Prison Break?

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