20,000 Years in Sing Sing
1932, English. Directed by Michael Curtiz.
MEN without WOMEN...MEN without HOPE! smash their lives to pieces against their STEEL CHAINS!
Brash hoodlum Tom Connors enters Sing Sing cocksure of himself and disrespectful toward authority, but his tough but compassionate warden changes him.
- Runtime
- 1h 18m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Fun if you don’t overthink it.
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Cast & crew
- Michael CurtizDirector
- Spencer TracyTommy Connors
- Bette DavisFay Wilson
- Arthur ByronWarden Paul Long
- Lyle TalbotBud Saunders
- Warren HymerHype
- Louis CalhernJoe Finn
- Spencer ChartersOfficer Daniels (uncredited)
- G. Pat CollinsDeath Row Convict Mike (uncredited)
- Lucille CollinsGirl with Friend Helping Tommy (uncredited)
- James DonlanFirst Reporter (uncredited)
- Mike DonlinInmate (uncredited)
- Rockliffe FellowesFriend Helping Tommy (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 24 December 1932
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Brown Holmes, Wilson Mizner
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What 20,000 Years in Sing Sing is based on
20,000 Years in Sing Sing is adapted from a novel.
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20,000 Years in Sing Sing: quick answers
Is 20,000 Years in Sing Sing worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.4/10 from 47 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is 20,000 Years in Sing Sing?
20,000 Years in Sing Sing runs 78 minutes (1h 18m).
Does 20,000 Years in Sing Sing have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for 20,000 Years in Sing Sing. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
20,000 Years in Sing Sing parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
20,000 Years in Sing Sing is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is 20,000 Years in Sing Sing on?
20,000 Years in Sing Sing isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 24 December 1932. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like 20,000 Years in Sing Sing?
If you liked 20,000 Years in Sing Sing, try Yield to the Night, The Big House, Little Caesar.
Who directed 20,000 Years in Sing Sing?
20,000 Years in Sing Sing (1932) was directed by Michael Curtiz and stars Spencer Tracy, Bette Davis, Arthur Byron.
What is 20,000 Years in Sing Sing based on?
20,000 Years in Sing Sing is adapted from a novel.