Behind Stone Walls (1932): cast, story & where to watch
1932 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 1932, Behind Stone Walls is a crime film directed by Frank R. Strayer, running about 58 minutes.
What it’s about. Esther Clay, wife of District Attorney John Clay and mother of attorney Bob Clay, is having an affair with Jack Keene. Scorned by him Esther kills Jack. Bob comes to her defense and confesses to the shooting. The father prosecutes the son who receives a life imprisonment sentence. Jack Keene's butler Druggett knows the truth and blackmails Esther. Bob's girlfriend Peg Harper summons John Clay to the scene...
Who’s in it. Behind Stone Walls stars Edward Nugent as Bob Clay, Priscilla Dean as Esther Clay, Ann Christy as Peg Harper - Bob's Girlfriend and Robert Elliott as District Attorney John Manson Clay, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, Behind Stone Walls has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Behind Stone Walls page.
If you liked it. Fans of Behind Stone Walls tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Behind Stone Walls (1932)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Behind Stone Walls change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Behind Stone Walls worth watching?
- Behind Stone Walls holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Behind Stone Walls?
- Behind Stone Walls stars Edward Nugent, Priscilla Dean, Ann Christy, Robert Elliott and Robert Ellis.
- When was Behind Stone Walls released?
- Behind Stone Walls was released in 1932, with a runtime of about 58 minutes.