Murder in the First movie poster

Murder in the First

"The trial that brought down Alcatraz."

January 20, 1995 2h 2m 7.1/10 (594 votes)

Originally released in 1995. Murder in the First is a crime/drama film. directed by Marc Rocco. With a runtime of 2h 2m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Christian Slater, Kevin Bacon, and Gary Oldman

Synopsis

A young, inexperienced public defender is assigned to defend an inmate accused of committing murder while behind bars.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 20, 1995 31 years ago
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Runtime 2h 2m 122 minutes total
User Rating 7.1/10 Great (594 votes)
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Budget $20M Production budget
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Box Office $29.5M 1.5x return
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Language English Original language
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Country France + 1 more

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$20,000,000
Revenue
$29,500,000

Production Companies

  • Wolper Organization
  • Warner Bros. Pictures
  • Le Studio Canal+

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Murder in the First about?

A young, inexperienced public defender is assigned to defend an inmate accused of committing murder while behind bars.

Who directed Murder in the First?

Murder in the First was directed by Marc Rocco.

How long is Murder in the First?

Murder in the First has a runtime of 2 hours and 2 minutes (122 minutes total).

When was Murder in the First released?

Murder in the First was released on January 20, 1995 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Murder in the First?

The main cast of Murder in the First includes Christian Slater, Kevin Bacon, Gary Oldman, Embeth Davidtz, William H. Macy.

Is Murder in the First worth watching?

Murder in the First has a user rating of 7.1/10 based on 594 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.