The Jail Break (1946): cast, story & where to watch
1946 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 1946, The Jail Break is an animation, comedy and western film directed by Mannie Davis, running about 7 minutes.
What it’s about. In this classic Western cartoon, Bad Bill Bunion's horse helps his master escape from Alcatraz Island Prison. Free again, the wily crook commits a series of crimes, including the theft of a football during a championship Army vs. Navy playoff. Mighty Mouse returns to clobber his arch-foe, sending him flying back to Alcatraz. Mighty Mouse even returns the football to the game! There's a great gag at the end involving Frankenstein's Monster, Count Dracula and lawyers!
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, The Jail Break sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Jail Break page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Jail Break tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Jail Break (1946)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Jail Break change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Jail Break worth watching?
- The Jail Break holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation, comedy and western. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was The Jail Break released?
- The Jail Break was released in 1946, with a runtime of about 7 minutes.