Jailbreak
Jailbreak

Jailbreak

1936Movie60 minEnglish

A reporter gets himself sent to prison so he can solve a murder behind bars.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: William NighGenres: Crime, Drama, Film-Noir

Plot Summary

A hardened criminal, recently released from prison, finds himself drawn back into the underworld when his former associates plan a daring escape. He must navigate loyalty, betrayal, and the law to protect himself and those he cares about. The film explores the cyclical nature of crime and the difficulty of escaping one's past.

Critical Reception

While not a major critical darling of its time, 'Jailbreak' received moderate attention for its gritty portrayal of prison life and its crime-focused narrative. It is often seen as a B-movie that delivered a straightforward, albeit formulaic, crime story that appealed to audiences seeking genre entertainment.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its efficient pacing and straightforward crime narrative.
  • Noted for its typical pre-Code era depiction of prison and criminal activities.
  • Considered a competent, if unremarkable, entry in the crime genre of the 1930s.

Google audience: Audience reception data for 'Jailbreak' from 1936 is not readily available through modern Google review aggregators.

Fun Fact

The film was produced by Warner Bros. and is notable for its efficient, low-budget production style characteristic of many B-movies from the era.

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