Youth on Parole

Youth on Parole

1937 · 62 min · ★ 3.9 · Crime

Two strangers, a man and a woman, are framed for a jewel robbery and thrown in jail. After they get out, they join forces to track down the real thieves.

Directed by Phil Rosen · Written by Hershel Rebuas

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