Murder in the Big House (1942): cast, story & where to watch
1942 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1942, Murder in the Big House is an action, drama, crime and adventure film directed by B. Reeves Eason, running about 59 minutes.
What it’s about. When a prisoner on Death Row is "accidentally" killed just before his execution, a reporter smells something fishy...
Who’s in it. Murder in the Big House stars Van Johnson as Bert Bell, Faye Emerson as Gladys Wayne, George Meeker as 'Scoop' Conner and Frank Wilcox as Randall, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Murder in the Big House 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 Murder in the Big House page.
If you liked it. Fans of Murder in the Big House tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Murder in the Big House (1942)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Murder in the Big House change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Murder in the Big House worth watching?
- Murder in the Big House holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama, crime and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Murder in the Big House?
- Murder in the Big House stars Van Johnson, Faye Emerson, George Meeker, Frank Wilcox and Tod Andrews.
- When was Murder in the Big House released?
- Murder in the Big House was released in 1942, with a runtime of about 59 minutes.