The Penal Code(1932)
A man is released from prison and tries to get back into life on the outside without his family and friends knowing he's been in jail.
Movie: The Penal Code
Top 10 Billed Cast
Robert Palmer
Marguerite ('Margie') Shannon
Sergeant Detective W. J. Bender
Mrs. Sarah Palmer
James Forrester
Mr. Shannon
Warden
Lefty
McCarthy
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