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On Trial

"YOU SIT ON THE JURY! you...DECIDE THE FATE OF A MAN WHO IS FIGHTING FOR HIS LIFE!"

April 1, 1939 1h 1m 5.5/10 (3 votes)

Originally released in 1939. On Trial is a drama film. directed by Terry O. Morse. At just 61 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Margaret Lindsay, John Litel, and Edward Norris

Synopsis

An ambitious attorney (Edward Norris) tries to prove a man (John Litel) who killed to protect his wife's (Margaret Lindsay) honor was justified.

Quick Facts

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Release Date April 1, 1939 86 years ago
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Runtime 1h 1m 61 minutes total
User Rating 5.5/10 Mixed (3 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Warner Bros. Pictures

Frequently Asked Questions

What is On Trial about?

An ambitious attorney (Edward Norris) tries to prove a man (John Litel) who killed to protect his wife's (Margaret Lindsay) honor was justified.

Who directed On Trial?

On Trial was directed by Terry O. Morse.

How long is On Trial?

On Trial has a runtime of 1 hours and 1 minutes (61 minutes total).

When was On Trial released?

On Trial was released on April 1, 1939 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in On Trial?

The main cast of On Trial includes Margaret Lindsay, John Litel, Edward Norris, Janet Chapman, James Stephenson.