Film · 1957

Witness for the Prosecution

Name: Witness for the Prosecution
Genre: Drama, Thriller
Released: 1958-02-06
Duration: 112 min
Rating: 9
Cast: Tyrone Power, Marlene Dietrich, Charles Laughton, Elsa Lanchester, Henry Daniell

Directed by Billy Wilder · starring Tyrone Power, Marlene Dietrich and Charles Laughton

1 h 52 min
Drama · Thriller
USA
Released in the UK 5 February 1958

9.0 Users17 votes

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Synopsis

Leonard Vole (Tyrone Power) is a friend of old Mrs. Emily French (Norma Varden). When she is murdered, suspicion will fall on Leonard due to the inheritance that may have left Emily. And not only by heredity, plus there is enough evidence against him overwhelming. However, Leonard does not lose hope and hires Wilfrid Roberts (Charles Laughton) to take charge of his defense. Roberts is a prestigious British lawyer whom the doctor has recommended to stay away from the stress of the trials. But Roberts believes that all is not lost for Leonard. Bill Wilder's critically acclaimed film that was empty at the 1958 Oscars despite having received 6 nominations, including best film.

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The essentials

Runtime: 112 min1 hour and 52 minutes

How long is Witness for the Prosecution?: 1 hour and 52 minutes (112 minutes).
When was Witness for the Prosecution released in the UK?: It was released in the UK on 5 February 1958.
Who directed Witness for the Prosecution?: Billy Wilder.
Who is in Witness for the Prosecution?: It stars Tyrone Power, Marlene Dietrich, Charles Laughton and Elsa Lanchester.
Where can I watch Witness for the Prosecution?: In the UK you can watch it on free on Prime Video.