The Penal Code (1932): cast, story & where to watch
1932 · Film
Released in 1932, The Penal Code is a drama and crime film directed by George Melford, running about 62 minutes.
What it’s about. A man is released from prison and tries to get back into life on the outside without his family and friends knowing he's been in jail.
Who’s in it. The Penal Code stars Regis Toomey as Robert Palmer, Helen Cohan as Marguerite ('Margie') Shannon, Pat O'Malley as Sergeant Detective W. J. Bender and Virginia True Boardman as Mrs. Sarah Palmer, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Penal Code page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Penal Code tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Penal Code (1932)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Penal Code change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Penal Code?
- The Penal Code stars Regis Toomey, Helen Cohan, Pat O'Malley, Virginia True Boardman and Robert Ellis.
- When was The Penal Code released?
- The Penal Code was released in 1932, with a runtime of about 62 minutes.