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Up the River

Up the River

A group of prison inmates pass the time playing football and romancing ladies in this prison escape crime musical screwball comedy that was apparently a wacky spoof of the crime movies that were so popular in the 1930s. It seems to be completely forgotten today, except by major film buffs.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Up the River
  • Genres: Comedy
  • Release Date: 1938-12-09
  • Runtime: 75 minutes
  • Rating: 0/10 (0 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: 20th Century Fox
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.5624
  • Languages:

Cast & Crew

Preston Foster

Preston Foster

as 'Chipper' Morgan

Tony Martin

Tony Martin

as Tommy Grant

Phyllis Brooks

Phyllis Brooks

as Helen Lindsay

Slim Summerville

Slim Summerville

as Slim Nelson

Arthur Treacher

Arthur Treacher

as Darby Randall

Eddie Collins

Eddie Collins

as Fisheye Conroy

Jane Darwell

Jane Darwell

as Mrs. Graham

Sidney Toler

Sidney Toler

as Jeffrey Mitchell

Bill Robinson

Bill Robinson

as Memphis Jones

Edward Gargan

Edward Gargan

as Tiny

Gallery

Movie scene

External Links

Keywords

prisonamerican football

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Up the River?

Up the River is a Comedy movie directed by . It was released on 1938-12-09.

Who are the main actors in Up the River?

The main cast includes Preston Foster, Tony Martin, Phyllis Brooks, Slim Summerville, Arthur Treacher, .

Where can I watch Up the River online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Up the River is available.

Is Up the River based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of Up the River?

Up the River has an IMDb rating of 0/10 based on 0 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Up the River?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Up the River?

The soundtrack was composed by 20th Century Fox. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Up the River filmed?

Up the River was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Up the River?

The total runtime of Up the River is 75 minutes.

Is Up the River suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Up the River?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Up the River.

Does Up the River have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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