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Revolt in the Big House
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Revolt in the Big House

1958-12-21 · 79 min · ★ 6.3

Crime

A crime boss tries to cause a riot and prison break while behind bars.

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Directors
R.G. Springsteen
Production companies
Allied Artists Pictures
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Gene EvansGene EvansLou Gannon
Robert BlakeRobert BlakeRudy Hernandez
Timothy CareyTimothy CareyEd 'Bugsy' Kyle
John QualenJohn QualenDoc
Sam EdwardsSam EdwardsAl
John DennisJohn DennisRed
Walter BarnesWalter BarnesGuard Capt. Starkey
Frank RichardsFrank RichardsJake
Emile MeyerEmile MeyerWarden
Arline HunterArline HunterGirl
Kenner G. KempKenner G. KempGuard (uncredited)

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