Women Without Names (1940): cast, story & where to watch

1940 · Film · ★ 6.5

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Released in 1940, Women Without Names is a drama, crime and romance film directed by Robert Florey, running about 62 minutes. “The Thrill-Packed, Sensational Drama of caged Women Fighting for Freedom Yearning for Love!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Joyce and Fred MacNeil's honeymoon comes to an abrupt and unsatisfying halt when Fred is accused of murder. Railroaded into prison through the efforts of politically ambitious assistant DA Marlin, Fred awaits his doom on Death Row, while Joyce works overtime on the outside to clear her husband's name

Who’s in it. Women Without Names stars Ellen Drew as Joyce King, Robert Paige as Fred MacNeil, Judith Barrett as Peggy Athens and John Miljan as John Marlin, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Women Without Names 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 Women Without Names page.

If you liked it. Fans of Women Without Names tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Women Without Names (1940)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Women Without Names change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Women Without Names worth watching?
Women Without Names holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, crime and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Women Without Names?
Women Without Names stars Ellen Drew, Robert Paige, Judith Barrett, John Miljan and Fay Helm.
When was Women Without Names released?
Women Without Names was released in 1940, with a runtime of about 62 minutes.