You Can't Beat the Law (1943): cast, story & where to watch
1943 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1943, You Can't Beat the Law is a drama and crime film directed by Phil Rosen, running about 61 minutes. “Dramatic Story of a Prison Mutiny” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A wild playboy is framed by crooks for a robbery he didn't commit and eventually lands in prison. There he becomes pals with the prison's most hardened criminal, who plans a daring escape.
Who’s in it. You Can't Beat the Law stars Edward Norris as Johnny Gray, Joan Woodbury as Amy Duncan, Jack La Rue as Cain and Milburn Stone as Frank Sanders, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, You Can't Beat the Law has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch You Can't Beat the Law page.
If you liked it. Fans of You Can't Beat the Law tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch You Can't Beat the Law (1943)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for You Can't Beat the Law change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is You Can't Beat the Law worth watching?
- You Can't Beat the Law holds an audience score of 5.2 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 You Can't Beat the Law?
- You Can't Beat the Law stars Edward Norris, Joan Woodbury, Jack La Rue, Milburn Stone and Robert Homans.
- When was You Can't Beat the Law released?
- You Can't Beat the Law was released in 1943, with a runtime of about 61 minutes.