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Witness for the Prosecution

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8.219571h 56mDramaMysteryCrime
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Witness for the Prosecution is a 1957 drama and mystery film, running 1h 56m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: U in the United Kingdom.

In the United Kingdom it is listed on MGM Plus Amazon Channel.

U age rating1h 56mDramaMystery

Rated U in the United Kingdom — generally suitable for family viewing, with the usual guidance for younger children.

All key facts8
Type
Feature film
Released
1957-12-17
Runtime
1h 56m
Genres
Drama, Mystery, Crime
Director
Billy Wilder
Original language
English
Status
Released
TMDB rating
8.2 / 10 · 1,815 votes

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Availability

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Synopsis

Feature film

An ailing barrister is thrust back into the courtroom in what becomes one of the most unusual and eventful murder cases of the lawyer's career when he finds himself defending a man being tried for the murder of a socialite.

Cast

14 names
Tyrone PowerLeonard Vole
Marlene DietrichChristine
Charles LaughtonSir Wilfrid
Elsa LanchesterMiss Plimsoll
John WilliamsBrogan-Moore
Henry DaniellMayhew
Ian WolfeCarter
Torin ThatcherMr. Myers
Norma VardenMrs. French
Una O'ConnorJanet
Francis ComptonJudge
Philip TongeInspector Hearne
Ruta LeeDiana
Patrick AherneCourt Officer (uncredited)

Questions about Witness for the Prosecution

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Where can I watch Witness for the Prosecution in the United Kingdom?

In the United Kingdom, Witness for the Prosecution is listed on MGM Plus Amazon Channel. Use the country selector above the facts to see another market — streaming rights differ by country.

Is Witness for the Prosecution suitable for children?

Witness for the Prosecution is rated U in the United Kingdom. That rating covers the themes and content levels set by the local classifier, so use it together with your own judgement for younger viewers.

Is Witness for the Prosecution on PelisPlus UK?

Witness for the Prosecution has a full discovery page on PelisPlus UK with its synopsis, cast, ratings and runtime. PelisPlus UK does not host video files; playback opens the third-party player sources configured by the site operator.

What is Witness for the Prosecution about?

An ailing barrister is thrust back into the courtroom in what becomes one of the most unusual and eventful murder cases of the lawyer's career when he finds himself defending a man being tried for the murder of a socialite.

How long is Witness for the Prosecution?

Witness for the Prosecution runs for 1h 56m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.

Can I watch the Witness for the Prosecution trailer?

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