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WC
Walter Connolly
Dist. Atty. Thomas Mathews
JH
John Howard
William Jordan
JP
Jean Parker
Elizabeth Mathews
RB
Robert Barrat
Prison Yard Capt. Grady
ML
Marc Lawrence
Jack Hawkins
AH
Arthur Hohl
Finch
CH
Charles Halton
Leonard Nettleford
ES
Edward Van Sloan
Dr. Rinewulf
MM
Marjorie Main
Miss Katie Mathews
SA
Stanley Andrews
Prison Captain Dorn (uncredited)
WB
Ward Bond
Red Parsons - Prison Barber (uncredited)
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Penitentiary — streaming FAQ
Which OTT platform streams Penitentiary?
Penitentiary isn't streaming anywhere in United States yet.
Is Penitentiary on Netflix?
No, Penitentiary is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026.
Is Penitentiary on Amazon Prime Video?
No, Penitentiary isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now.
Where can I watch Penitentiary for free?
Penitentiary isn't streaming in United States yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.
What is the OTT release date for Penitentiary?
Penitentiary hasn't started streaming in United States yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around March 26, 1938. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.
