Behind the High Wall
1956, English. Directed by Abner Biberman.
The untold story of the BIG-HOUSE PRISON BREAK!
A group prison breakout goes from bad to worse when the desperate warden tries to steal the gang's dough.
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Abner BibermanDirector
- Tom TullyFrank Carmichael
- Sylvia SidneyHilda Carmichael
- Betty LynnAnne MacGregor
- John GavinJohnny Hutchins
- Don BeddoeTodd 'Mac' MacGregor
- John LarchWilliam Kiley
- Barney PhillipsTom Reynolds
- Ed KemmerCharlie Rains
- John BeradinoCarl Burkhardt
- Rayford BarnesGeorge Miller
- Nicky BlairRoy Burkhardt
- David GarciaMorgan
Details
- Released
- 1 July 1956
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Richard K. Polimer, Wallace Sullivan, Harold Jack Bloom
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Behind the High Wall: quick answers
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How long is Behind the High Wall?
Behind the High Wall runs 85 minutes (1h 25m).
Does Behind the High Wall have a post-credits scene?
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Behind the High Wall parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Behind the High Wall is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Behind the High Wall on?
Behind the High Wall isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Behind the High Wall?
If you liked Behind the High Wall, try 5 Against the House, They Made Me a Fugitive, Each Dawn I Die.
Who directed Behind the High Wall?
Behind the High Wall (1956) was directed by Abner Biberman and stars Tom Tully, Sylvia Sidney, Betty Lynn.