San Quentin (1946): cast, story & where to watch
1946 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1946, San Quentin is a crime film directed by Gordon Douglas, running about 66 minutes. “SAGA OF THRILLING CONFLICT, ROMANCE AND REGENERATION!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An ex-con sets up a program to straighten out hard-core prisoners. Things don't go as planned.
Who’s in it. San Quentin stars Lawrence Tierney as Jim Roland, Barton MacLane as Nick Taylor, Marian Carr as Betty Richards and Harry Shannon as Warden Kelly, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, San Quentin 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 San Quentin page.
If you liked it. Fans of San Quentin tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch San Quentin (1946)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for San Quentin change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is San Quentin worth watching?
- San Quentin holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in San Quentin?
- San Quentin stars Lawrence Tierney, Barton MacLane, Marian Carr, Harry Shannon and Carol Forman.
- When was San Quentin released?
- San Quentin was released in 1946, with a runtime of about 66 minutes.