For the Defense
"Too CLEVER to be STRAIGHT"
Originally released in 1930. For the Defense is a crime/drama film. directed by John Cromwell. At just 65 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring William Powell, Kay Francis, and Scott Kolk
Synopsis
William Foster is a slick attorney who stays within the law, but specializes in representing crooks and shady characters. He's adept at keeping them out of jail, winning acquittals, and having decisions reversed, thus springing criminals out of prison. He is romantically involved with dancer Irene Manners, who is two-timing him, although she wants to marry him. She kills a man driving while out with her other man, Jack Defoe, who takes the blame. Unfortunately, a ring Foster had just given Irene is found at the crime scene. Foster ends up defending Jack, but when the ring is found, he thinks he is protecting Irene, so pleads guilty to jury tampering.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 19, 1930
95 years ago
Runtime
1h 5m
65 minutes total
User Rating
4.8/10
Mixed (10 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Paramount Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is For the Defense about?
William Foster is a slick attorney who stays within the law, but specializes in representing crooks and shady characters. He's adept at keeping them out of jail, winning acquittals, and having deci...
Who directed For the Defense?
For the Defense was directed by John Cromwell.
How long is For the Defense?
For the Defense has a runtime of 1 hours and 5 minutes (65 minutes total).
When was For the Defense released?
For the Defense was released on July 19, 1930 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in For the Defense?
The main cast of For the Defense includes William Powell, Kay Francis, Scott Kolk, William B. Davidson, John Elliott.