Blackwell's Island (1939): cast, story & where to watch
1939 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1939, Blackwell's Island is a comedy, drama and crime film directed by William C. McGann, running about 71 minutes.
What it’s about. A reporter gets himself sent to prison to expose a mobster.
Who’s in it. Blackwell's Island stars John Garfield as Tim Haydon, Rosemary Lane as Mary 'Sunny' Walsh, Dick Purcell as Terry Walsh and Victor Jory as Thomas MacNair, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, Blackwell's Island has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Blackwell's Island page.
If you liked it. Fans of Blackwell's Island tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Blackwell's Island (1939)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Blackwell's Island change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Blackwell's Island worth watching?
- Blackwell's Island holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Blackwell's Island?
- Blackwell's Island stars John Garfield, Rosemary Lane, Dick Purcell, Victor Jory and Stanley Fields.
- When was Blackwell's Island released?
- Blackwell's Island was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 71 minutes.