Boy Slaves (1939): cast, story & where to watch
1939 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1939, Boy Slaves is a drama film directed by P.J. Wolfson, running about 72 minutes. “SOLD - Human Beings, In This Modern Age, Actually Sold Into Slavery!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Social drama of Depression-era homeless children who turn to crime and are sentenced by a judge to a rehabilitation "labor camp".
Who’s in it. Boy Slaves stars Anne Shirley as Annie, Roger Daniel as Jesse, James McCallion as Tim and Alan Baxter as Graff, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Boy Slaves 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 Boy Slaves page.
If you liked it. Fans of Boy Slaves tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Boy Slaves (1939)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Boy Slaves change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Boy Slaves worth watching?
- Boy Slaves holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Boy Slaves?
- Boy Slaves stars Anne Shirley, Roger Daniel, James McCallion, Alan Baxter and Johnny Fitzgerald.
- When was Boy Slaves released?
- Boy Slaves was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 72 minutes.