Safe in Hell (1931): cast, story & where to watch
1931 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1931, Safe in Hell is a thriller and drama film directed by William A. Wellman, running about 71 minutes. “Love had mocked her...Life had marked her...Too honorless to be loved...But too beautiful to be safe in a land of forgotten men!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. To avoid the rigors of the law, Gilda flees New Orleans and hides on a Caribbean island where the worst criminals can ask for asylum. Besieged by the scum of the earth, Gilda will soon find out that she has found refuge in hell.
Who’s in it. Safe in Hell stars Dorothy Mackaill as Gilda Carlson, Donald Cook as Carl Bergen, Ralf Harolde as Piet van Saal and John Wray as Eagan, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Safe in Hell 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 Safe in Hell page.
If you liked it. Fans of Safe in Hell tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Safe in Hell (1931)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Safe in Hell change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Safe in Hell worth watching?
- Safe in Hell holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Safe in Hell?
- Safe in Hell stars Dorothy Mackaill, Donald Cook, Ralf Harolde, John Wray and Ivan F. Simpson.
- When was Safe in Hell released?
- Safe in Hell was released in 1931, with a runtime of about 71 minutes.