Convicted (1938 film)

Convicted is a 1938 American crime drama film directed by Leon Barsha and starring Charles Quigley, Rita Hayworth, and Marc Lawrence. The plot revolves around a newspaper reporter who goes undercover in prison to expose corruption and clear an innocent man framed for murder. Hayworth, billed as Rita Cansino at the time, plays the reporter's girlfriend. The film is a B-movie produced by Columbia Pictures and is notable for being one of Hayworth's early roles before she achieved major stardom. It features typical crime film tropes of the era, including prison breaks, corrupt officials, and the pursuit of justice.