Chain Gang (1950): cast, story & where to watch
1950 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 1950, Chain Gang is an action, drama and crime film directed by Lew Landers, running about 70 minutes. “It was legal murder until a reporter and his girl dared to get the inside story!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Crusading newspaperman Cliff Roberts masquerades as a prison guard to document inhuman conditions.
Who’s in it. Chain Gang stars Douglas Kennedy as Cliff Roberts, aka Jack Granger, Emory Parnell as Capt. Duncan, William Phillips as Roy Snead and Don C. Harvey as Lead Guard Langley, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Chain Gang 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 Chain Gang page.
If you liked it. Fans of Chain Gang 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 Chain Gang (1950)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Chain Gang change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Chain Gang worth watching?
- Chain Gang holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Chain Gang?
- Chain Gang stars Douglas Kennedy, Emory Parnell, William Phillips, Don C. Harvey and Harry Cheshire.
- When was Chain Gang released?
- Chain Gang was released in 1950, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.