Jail House Blues (1942): cast, story & where to watch
1942 · Film
Released in 1942, Jail House Blues is a comedy and music film directed by Albert S. Rogell, running about 62 minutes. “LOVE,LAUGHS AND LYRICS IN LOCKSTEP TIME!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A prisoner about to be pardoned puts it off until he can put on one last variety show for his fellow inmates.
Who’s in it. Jail House Blues stars Nat Pendleton as Sonny McGann, Anne Gwynne as Doris Daniels, Robert Paige as Cliff Bailey and Horace McMahon as Swifty, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Jail House Blues page.
If you liked it. Fans of Jail House Blues tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Jail House Blues (1942)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Jail House Blues change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Jail House Blues?
- Jail House Blues stars Nat Pendleton, Anne Gwynne, Robert Paige, Horace McMahon and Elisabeth Risdon.
- When was Jail House Blues released?
- Jail House Blues was released in 1942, with a runtime of about 62 minutes.