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Cell 2455, Death Row

Whit's life journey started with a tumultuous childhood marked by struggles as a troubled young boy, as documented in his own autobiography.

Whit, a condemned man on Death Row, reflects on the events of his life that led him to San Quentin's Cell 2455. His story, told in an autobiography, became a bestseller. As a boy, he stole food to feed his poor family. Later, he turned to crime to impress a gang moll, Jo-Anne, and became ruthless after being rejected by the girl he loved, Doll, and his own lawyer when he was arrested as the infamous Lover's Lane Bandit. Despite his lawyer's efforts, Whit continues to study law and wins stay after stay, including two within minutes of his scheduled execution.

Info about Cell 2455, Death Row

Studio(s): Columbia Pictures

Originally Released: United States, Apr 19, 1955

Production Country: United States

Genres:Biography, Crime, Drama, Film-Noir