Where to Watch Buried Alive (1939) in the US

What it's about

Ernie Matthews, who operates the prison electric chair, is having a crisis of conscience about his role as state executioner. His unrequited love for Joan Wright, another prison employee, adds to his depression. She in turn loves Johnny Martin, the warden's chauffeur and a trustee eligible shortly for parole. When the despondent Matthews goes to a local road house after an execution to get drunk, he's taunted by a sadistic reporter, and a brawl results. Because Johnny came to Matthews' aid in the fight, the parole board, pressured by the press, turns down his expected release, and Johnny reacts bitterly, forcing the warden to rescind his privileges. When Johnny's mentally challenged cell mate Big Billy strangles a sadistic warder, it is only Johnny's intervention that keeps a second guard from being killed. Another vindictive convict, Gus Barth, the only living witness to Johnny's heroism, spitefully hides the truth, hoping that Johnny goes to the electric chair.

Cast and crew

Director

Victor Halperin

Writer

William A. Ullman Jr., George Bricker

Starring

Beverly Roberts, Robert Wilcox, Paul McVey

Details

Release date

Nov 6, 1939

Language

English

Country

United States

Where to Watch Buried Alive (1939) in the US — common questions

Where to watch Buried Alive in the United States?

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Can I stream Buried Alive or do I have to rent it in the United States?

Watch the movie with a subscription on MGM+ (HD) and Prime Video. Rent the movie on Prime Video.

Can I watch Buried Alive for free in the United States?

Watch the movie free with a participating library card on Artiflix (4K).