Revolt in the Big House (1958): Cast
Revolt in the Big House is a 1958 crime film directed by R.G. Springsteen, starring John Qualen as Doc, Robert Blake and Gene Evans. It runs 1 hour 19 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 19m (79 min)
- Director
- R.G. Springsteen
- Genre
- Crime
- Original language
-
English - Studio
- Allied Artists Pictures
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Revolt in the Big House About?
The premise of Revolt in the Big House without spoilers.
In a brutal, claustrophobic prison, hardened killers and lifelong inmates clash as a ruthless crime boss plots a violent uprising and daring escape. The film plunges viewers into a raw world of confined men, relentless aggression, and a desperate bid to storm the big wall.
Revolt in the Big House Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- 1950s
- prison cell
- cell mate
- prison guard
- warden
- prison riot
- cell block
- escape from prison
- mobster
- long prison sentence
- violent inmate
- psychopath
+38 more Show fewer
- smuggling
- soap
- garage
- car mechanic
- shiv
- stabbing
- captain of the guards
- deception
- firearm
- explosion
- fistfight
- solitary confinement
- hostage
- prison life
- lawyer
- murder
- oil drum
- warehouse
- store room
- cotton bale
- search
- beating
- suspicion
- escape plan
- work detail
- prison uniform
- prison violence
- fence
- guard tower
- alarm
- breakout
- new york subway
- naivete
- manipulation
- vindication
- male male relationship
- prison cellmate
- man in undershirt
Revolt in the Big House Cast & Characters
John Qualen leads the cast as Doc, with Robert Blake as Rudy Hernandez and Gene Evans as Lou Gannon. Directed by R.G. Springsteen; 11 actors are credited in all.
- Director R.G. Springsteen
-
John Qualen as Doc -
Robert Blake as Rudy Hernandez -
Gene Evans as Lou Gannon -
Timothy Carey as Ed 'Bugsy' Kyle
Also Starring in Revolt in the Big House
· 7 more- Kenner G. Kemp Guard (uncredited)
- Emile Meyer Warden
- Frank Richards Jake
- Walter Barnes Guard Capt. Starkey
- John Dennis Red
- Sam Edwards Al
- Arline Hunter Girl
Revolt in the Big House Also Known As
2 alternative titles: “Inferno nel penitenziario” and “Fúria de um Condenado”.
- Also known as
-
- Inferno nel penitenziario
- Fúria de um Condenado
Seen Revolt in the Big House?
Movies Like Revolt in the Big House
Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including The Big House, Behind the High Wall and Riot in Cell Block 11.
Revolt in the Big House FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Revolt in the Big House, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Revolt in the Big House?
Revolt in the Big House runs 1 hour 19 minutes (79 minutes).
When was Revolt in the Big House released?
Revolt in the Big House was released on December 21, 1958.
Who directed Revolt in the Big House?
Revolt in the Big House was directed by R.G. Springsteen.
More films by R.G. Springsteen Who is in the cast of Revolt in the Big House?
Revolt in the Big House stars John Qualen as Doc, Robert Blake as Rudy Hernandez and Gene Evans as Lou Gannon, among 11 credited actors.
Does Revolt in the Big House have a post-credit scene?
No. Revolt in the Big House has no extra scene during or after the credits.
Coming soon to your phone
The Plot Explained Movie Summary App
From blockbusters to hidden gems: plot summaries, endings explained and timelines on your phone. Save your favorites and never miss a twist again.
Be the first to know when it launches. Your email stays private, always. Learn more about the app
