Within the Law
"GIRLS WITHOUT SHAME! LADIES OF THE BIG HOUSE!...what happens to them when they get out?...See the bold, dramatic answer in..."WITHIN THE LAW""
Originally released in 1939. Within the Law is a crime/drama film. directed by Gustav Machatý. At just 65 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Ruth Hussey, Tom Neal, and Paul Kelly
Synopsis
Shopgirl Mary Turner, sentenced to prison for someone else's theft, is released and takes revenge upon those who wronged her in powerful but lawful ways.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 17, 1939
86 years ago
Runtime
1h 5m
65 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (5 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Ruth Hussey
as Mary Turner
Tom Neal
as Richard Gilder
Paul Kelly
as Joe Garson
William Gargan
as Police Sergeant Cassidy
Paul Cavanagh
as English Eddie Morton
Rita Johnson
as Agnes Lynch
Samuel S. Hinds
as Mr. Gilder
Lynne Carver
as June
Sidney Blackmer
as George Demarest
Jo Ann Sayers
as Helen Morris - the Thief
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Loew's Incorporated
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Within the Law about?
Shopgirl Mary Turner, sentenced to prison for someone else's theft, is released and takes revenge upon those who wronged her in powerful but lawful ways.
Who directed Within the Law?
Within the Law was directed by Gustav Machatý.
How long is Within the Law?
Within the Law has a runtime of 1 hours and 5 minutes (65 minutes total).
When was Within the Law released?
Within the Law was released on March 17, 1939 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Within the Law?
The main cast of Within the Law includes Ruth Hussey, Tom Neal, Paul Kelly, William Gargan, Paul Cavanagh.