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San Quentin

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San Quentin is a 1937 Warner Bros. crime film starring Pat O'Brien and Humphrey Bogart, set inside California's San Quentin State Prison and centered on a conflict between a tough warden and a hardened inmate.

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San Quentin ranks #78 of 118 in the Prison Film ranking, behind Ladies of the Big House, ahead of Devil's Island (1939).

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How good is San Quentin?
San Quentin scores 6.05/10 (Fair) on Lunoo, making it rated in the Prison Film category. Routine Warner Bros. prison-crime programmer, boosted by Bogart presence but generally seen as minor studio-era material.
What are the best alternatives to San Quentin?
See our alternatives page for San Quentin for a ranked list with scores. Top alternatives include: 20,000 Years in Sing Sing, Invisible Stripes, Hell's Highway.
How does San Quentin compare to 20,000 Years in Sing Sing?
See our detailed comparison of San Quentin vs 20,000 Years in Sing Sing with scores, features, and an AI-powered verdict.
Is San Quentin worth it in 2026?
With a score of 6.05/10, San Quentin is a solid option in Prison Film. See all Prison Film ranked.

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