The Jail Bride (1968): cast, story & where to watch

1968 · Film · ★ 7

The Jail Bride poster

Released in 1968, The Jail Bride is a comedy, drama and romance film directed by Ülkü Erakalın, running about 77 minutes.

What it’s about. Murat has to marry someone if he is to collect his inheritance. So his lawyer decides to marry him to an inmate on death row. Naciye, who is sentenced to death, accepts the marriage proposal. They perform the wedding ceremony at the prison. But things don’t go as planned.

Who’s in it. The Jail Bride stars Türkan Şoray as Çengi Naciye, Engin Çaglar as Murat, Sami Hazinses and Piraye Uzun, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Jail Bride has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Jail Bride page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Jail Bride tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Jail Bride (1968)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Jail Bride change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Jail Bride worth watching?
The Jail Bride holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in The Jail Bride?
The Jail Bride stars Türkan Şoray, Engin Çaglar, Sami Hazinses, Piraye Uzun and Suna Pekuysal.
When was The Jail Bride released?
The Jail Bride was released in 1968, with a runtime of about 77 minutes.