Women's Prison (1955): cast, story & where to watch
1955 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1955, Women's Prison is a drama and crime film directed by Lewis Seiler, running about 79 minutes. “Sensational Scandal Rocks Women's Prison!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A crusading psychiatrist battles a sadistic female warden to improve conditions at a women's prison.
Who’s in it. Women's Prison stars Ida Lupino as Amelia van Zandt, Jan Sterling as Brenda Martin, Cleo Moore as Mae and Audrey Totter as Joan Burton, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Women's Prison 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's Prison page.
If you liked it. Fans of Women's Prison tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Women's Prison (1955)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Women's Prison change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Women's Prison worth watching?
- Women's Prison holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Women's Prison?
- Women's Prison stars Ida Lupino, Jan Sterling, Cleo Moore, Audrey Totter and Phyllis Thaxter.
- When was Women's Prison released?
- Women's Prison was released in 1955, with a runtime of about 79 minutes.