Overview

In this crime drama, a ruthless gangster's son is soon following in his father's footsteps. When his daddy kills an FBI agent and a cabby, the boy sees it all. Fortunately the courts intervene and send the lad off to live with a family of farmers.

Cast

Gene Reynolds, Edward Arnold, Lionel Barrymore, Robert Sterling, Gene Reynolds, Marsha Hunt, Emma Dunn, Veda Ann Borg

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What is "The Penalty" about?

In this crime drama, a ruthless gangster's son is soon following in his father's footsteps. When his daddy kills an FBI agent and a cabby, the boy sees it all. Fortunately the courts intervene and send the lad off to live with a family of farmers.

When was "The Penalty" released?

The Penalty was released in 1941.

Who stars in "The Penalty"?

The cast includes Gene Reynolds, Edward Arnold, Lionel Barrymore, Robert Sterling.