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kasperlovborg
Kasper Løvborg
rated 9

Great courtroom mystery. The short story it was based on is awesome as well.

4 years ago
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Cast & Crew

Billy Wilder
Director
Bess Flowers
As Courtroom spectator (uncredited)
William H. O'Brien
As Barrister (uncredited)
Franklyn Farnum
As Barrister (uncredited)
Bert Stevens
As Courtroom Spectator (uncredited)
Jeffrey Sayre
As Clerk at Old Bailey (uncredited)
Ian Wolfe
As Carter
Arthur Tovey
As Courtroom Spectator (uncredited)

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What is Witness for the Prosecution about? Toggle content

Witness for the Prosecution is a classic crime drama film directed by Billy Wilder, based on a play by Agatha Christie. The story follows Sir Wilfrid Robarts, a renowned barrister who takes on the case of Leonard Vole, a man accused of murdering a wealthy widow. Despite his doctor's orders to avoid criminal cases, Sir Wilfrid is drawn to the challenge and believes Vole to be innocent. As he delves deeper into the case, he discovers that Vole's German wife Christine has a shocking secret that could change the course of the trial. With its intricate plot twists and strong performances from a talented cast, Witness for the Prosecution keeps viewers on edge until its thrilling conclusion.

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You can stream Witness for the Prosecution on: MGM+ Amazon Prime ⎥ MGM+ Apple TV Amazon Store Fandango at Home Pluto TV Tubi

What movies are similar to Witness for the Prosecution? Toggle content

Some movies that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as Witness for the Prosecution include Jigsaw, Anatomy of a Murder, Time Without Pity, Le Procès, The Crimson Kimono, Murder She Said.

When was Witness for the Prosecution released in theaters? Toggle content

Witness for the Prosecution was released in theaters on December 17, 1957.