Boys' Reformatory
1939, English. Directed by Howard Bretherton.
A tough street kid takes the rap for a burglary committed by the son of his foster family and is sent to a boys reformatory, where the inmates are under the thumb of corrupt guards and a brutal prison doctor.
- Runtime
- 1h 1m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Howard BrethertonDirector
- Frankie DarroTommy Ryan
- Grant WithersDr. Owens
- Lillian ElliottMrs. O'Meara
- Ben WeldenMike Hearn
- David DurandKnuckles Malone
- Frank Coghlan Jr.Eddie O'Meara
- Pat FlahertyMr. Barnes
- George Offerman, Jr.Joie
- William P. CarletonJudge Robert H. Scott
- John St. PolisSuperintendent Keene
- Warren McCollumSpike
- Al Hill Jr.Pete
Details
- Released
- 1 May 1939
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Norman S. Hall, Wellyn Totman, Ray Trampe
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How long is Boys' Reformatory?
Boys' Reformatory runs 61 minutes (1h 1m).
Does Boys' Reformatory have a post-credits scene?
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Boys' Reformatory parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Boys' Reformatory is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Boys' Reformatory on?
Boys' Reformatory is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, IndieFlix, and IndieFlix Shorts in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Boys' Reformatory?
If you liked Boys' Reformatory, try The Asphalt Jungle, 20,000 Years in Sing Sing, Plunder Road.
Who directed Boys' Reformatory?
Boys' Reformatory (1939) was directed by Howard Bretherton and stars Frankie Darro, Grant Withers, Lillian Elliott.