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I Am a Fugitive from a Chain Gang (1932)

"Six sticks of dynamite that blasted his way to freedom … and awoke America’s conscience!"

7.819321h 32mEN
DramaCrime

Directed by Mervyn LeRoy

Rating

7.8/10

Runtime

1h 32m

Language

EN

Release

November 9, 1932

Director

Mervyn LeRoy

Official Trailer

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Overview

A World War I veteran’s dreams of becoming a master architect evaporate in the cold light of economic realities. Things get even worse when he’s falsely convicted of a crime and sent to work on a chain gang.

Cast

Paul Muni

Paul Muni

James Allen

Glenda Farrell

Glenda Farrell

Marie Woods

Helen Vinson

Helen Vinson

Helen

Noel Francis

Noel Francis

Linda

Preston Foster

Preston Foster

Pete

Allen Jenkins

Allen Jenkins

Barney Sykes

Berton Churchill

Berton Churchill

The Judge

Edward Ellis

Edward Ellis

Bomber Wells

David Landau

David Landau

The Warden

Hale Hamilton

Hale Hamilton

Rev. Allen

Sally Blane

Sally Blane

Alice

Louise Carter

Louise Carter

Mother

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into I Am a Fugitive from a Chain Gang (1932), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

A World War I veteran’s dreams of becoming a master architect evaporate in the cold light of economic realities. Things get even worse when he’s falsely convicted of a crime and sent to work on a chain gang.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of I Am a Fugitive from a Chain Gang. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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