Within the Law (1939): cast, story & where to watch
1939 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1939, Within the Law is a drama, crime and romance film directed by Gustav Machatý, running about 65 minutes.
What it’s about. A wrongly convicted woman studies law and seeks her revenge.
Who’s in it. Within the Law stars Ruth Hussey as Mary Turner, Tom Neal as Richard Gilder, Paul Kelly as Joe Garson and William Gargan as Police Sergeant Cassidy, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Within the Law 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 Within the Law page.
If you liked it. Fans of Within the Law tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Within the Law (1939)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Within the Law change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Within the Law worth watching?
- Within the Law holds an audience score of 6.0 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 Within the Law?
- Within the Law stars Ruth Hussey, Tom Neal, Paul Kelly, William Gargan and Paul Cavanagh.