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The Big House

1930 · 87 min · Director: George W. Hill

The Big House (1930) is a crime drama, directed by George W. Hill. It stars Chester Morris and Wallace Beery. Much of the story takes place behind bars. The 87-minute film holds an audience score of 6.6/10.

What The Big House Is About

Convicted of manslaughter for a drunken driving accident, Kent Marlowe is sent to prison, where he meets vicious incarcerated figures who are planning an escape from the brutal conditions.

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What is The Big House about?

Convicted of manslaughter for a drunken driving accident, Kent Marlowe is sent to prison, where he meets vicious incarcerated figures who are planning an escape from the brutal conditions.

Where can I watch The Big House?

The Big House is available to watch on digital platforms such as Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.

How long is The Big House?

The Big House runs for 87 minutes (1h 27m).

When did The Big House come out?

The Big House was released in 1930.

Who directed The Big House?

The Big House was directed by George W. Hill.

Who stars in The Big House?

The Big House stars Chester Morris, Wallace Beery, Lewis Stone, Robert Montgomery.

What is The Big House's rating?

The Big House holds 7.1/10 on IMDb and 6.6/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 69 out of 100.

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