Witness for the Prosecution(1957)
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Overview
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.
Director
Billy Wilder
Studio
Edward Small Productions
Budget
$3M
Revenue
$9M
Cast
Tyrone Power
as Leonard Vole
Marlene Dietrich
as Christine
Charles Laughton
as Sir Wilfrid
Elsa Lanchester
as Miss Plimsoll
John Williams
as Brogan-Moore
Henry Daniell
as Mayhew
Ian Wolfe
as Carter
Torin Thatcher
as Mr. Myers
Norma Varden
as Mrs. French
Una O'Connor
as Janet
Francis Compton
as Judge
Philip Tonge
as Inspector Hearne
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1957
Runtime
1h 56m
Language
German
Rating
8.2 / 10
Budget
$3M
Box Office
$9M
Production Companies
Edward Small Productions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Witness for the Prosecution?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Witness for the Prosecution (1957).
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.
Who directed Witness for the Prosecution?▼
Witness for the Prosecution was directed by Billy Wilder and released in 1957. It is a drama, mystery, crime film.
How long is Witness for the Prosecution?▼
Witness for the Prosecution has a runtime of 1 hours and 56 minutes (116 minutes total).
Who stars in Witness for the Prosecution?▼
The cast of Witness for the Prosecution includes Tyrone Power as Leonard Vole, Marlene Dietrich as Christine, Charles Laughton as Sir Wilfrid, Elsa Lanchester as Miss Plimsoll, John Williams as Brogan-Moore and more.
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