Shantytown (1943): cast, story & where to watch
1943 · Film
Released in 1943, Shantytown is a crime and music film directed by Joseph Santley, running about 66 minutes. “MARY LEE IN HER MOST BRILLANT HIT! A Thrill You'll Never Forget As This Heart-Warming Real Life Drama Stirringly Infold On The Screen!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Liz lives with her mother and stepfather in a boarding house on the "wrong side of the tracks"
Who’s in it. Shantytown stars Mary Lee as Elizabeth 'Liz' Gorty, John Archer as Bill Allen, Marjorie Lord as Virginia Allen and Harry Davenport as 'Doc' Herndon, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Shantytown page.
If you liked it. Fans of Shantytown tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Shantytown (1943)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Shantytown change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Shantytown?
- Shantytown stars Mary Lee, John Archer, Marjorie Lord, Harry Davenport and Billy Gilbert.
- When was Shantytown released?
- Shantytown was released in 1943, with a runtime of about 66 minutes.