Full Confession (1939): cast, story & where to watch
1939 · Film · ★ 4.4
Released in 1939, Full Confession is a drama and crime film directed by John Farrow, running about 78 minutes. “You killed a man... how can you find happiness with Molly?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A Catholic priest must convince a man to step forward to save the wrong person from being sent to the electric chair.
Who’s in it. Full Confession stars Victor McLaglen as Pat McGinnis, Sally Eilers as Molly Sullivan, Joseph Calleia as Father Loma and Barry Fitzgerald as Michael O'Keefe, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.4/10, Full Confession has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Full Confession page.
If you liked it. Fans of Full Confession tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Full Confession (1939)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Full Confession change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Full Confession worth watching?
- Full Confession holds an audience score of 4.4 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 Full Confession?
- Full Confession stars Victor McLaglen, Sally Eilers, Joseph Calleia, Barry Fitzgerald and Elisabeth Risdon.
- When was Full Confession released?
- Full Confession was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 78 minutes.