Straight to Heaven (1939): cast, story & where to watch
1939 · Film
Released in 1939, Straight to Heaven is a crime film directed by Arthur H. Leonard, running about 52 minutes.
What it’s about. Singer Jimmy Williams' father Joe is a chemist who recently lost his job to George Elliott. Since then, Joe has been investigating the "Adam and Even" brand of canned goods sold in Harlem.
Who’s in it. Straight to Heaven stars Jack Carter as Stanley Jackson, James Baskett as First Detective, Nina Mae McKinney as Ida Williams and Pearl Bains, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Straight to Heaven page.
If you liked it. Fans of Straight to Heaven tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Straight to Heaven (1939)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Straight to Heaven change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Straight to Heaven?
- Straight to Heaven stars Jack Carter, James Baskett, Nina Mae McKinney, Pearl Bains and Sherman Dirkson.
- When was Straight to Heaven released?
- Straight to Heaven was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 52 minutes.