Up the River
“You bet ~ IT'S FUNNY a movietone laugh riot.”
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About
Daily life at men and women's prison units where baseball and the marching band are serious business. Two prisoners escape in order to help paroled Steve from being blackmailed by his girlfriend's ex-partner-in-crime.
Cast
Spencer Tracy
as Saint Louis
Claire Luce
as Judy Fields
Warren Hymer
as Dannemora Dan
Humphrey Bogart
as Steve Jordan
William Collier Sr.
as Pop
Joan Marie Lawes
as Jean
Marion Aye
as Actress (uncredited)
Ward Bond
as Inmate Socked by Saint Louis (uncredited)
Joe Brown
as Deputy Warden (uncredited)
Bob Burns
as Slim - Bazooka Player (uncredited)
Eddy Chandler
as Guard (uncredited)
Edythe Chapman
as Mrs. Jordan (uncredited)
Harvey Clark
as Nash (uncredited)
Dick Curtis
as New Inmate (uncredited)
Mike Donlin
as Upstate Baseball Manager (uncredited)
Noel Francis
as Sophie (uncredited)
Althea Henley
as Cynthia Jordan (uncredited)
Elizabeth Keating
as May (uncredited)
Helen Keating
as June (uncredited)
Richard Keene
as Dick (uncredited)
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Stream Up the River online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A talked-about comedy and crime movie originally produced in English and released in 1930, it's earned a solid 5.9/10 from 29 viewers worldwide.
About Up the River
“You bet ~ IT'S FUNNY a movietone laugh riot.”
Daily life at men and women's prison units where baseball and the marching band are serious business. Two prisoners escape in order to help paroled Steve from being blackmailed by his girlfriend's ex-partner-in-crime. Running 85 minutes.
Up the River Cast and Characters
The cast features Spencer Tracy (as Saint Louis), Claire Luce (as Judy Fields), Warren Hymer (as Dannemora Dan), Humphrey Bogart (as Steve Jordan), and William Collier Sr. (as Pop). Their performances are a major reason Up the River has built such a passionate audience.
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▶ Watch Up the River NowWhy People Are Watching Up the River
Up the River flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is sharp comedic timing that lands consistently and tight pacing that earns its twists. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
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Where can I watch Up the River online for free?
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How long is Up the River?
Up the River runs for 85 minutes (about 1.4 hour).
Is Up the River good? What's the rating?
Up the River holds a 5.9/10 rating based on 29 reviews — a niche pick worth checking out.
Who is in the cast of Up the River?
The main cast includes Spencer Tracy, Claire Luce, Warren Hymer, and Humphrey Bogart, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Up the River available in English?
Yes — Up the River was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was Up the River released?
Up the River was released in 1930.
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Where can I watch Up the River for free?
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What is Up the River about?
Up the River is a Comedy/Crime English-language film. Daily life at men and women's prison units where baseball and the marching band are serious business. Two prisoners escape in order to help paroled Steve from being blackmailed by his girlfriend's ex-partner-in-crime.
When was Up the River released?
Up the River was released on October 10, 1930. It has a runtime of 1h 25m. The film was produced by Fox Film Corporation.
Who stars in Up the River?
Up the River stars Spencer Tracy, Claire Luce, Warren Hymer and Humphrey Bogart. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is Up the River available in HD?
Yes, Up the River is available to stream in high definition (HD) on Bowood.TV. Our players automatically deliver the best quality your connection supports — no extra setup needed.