The Great Defender
"He would have the truth - the whole truth and nothing but..."
Originally released in 1934. The Great Defender is a drama/mystery film. directed by Thomas Bentley. At just 68 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Matheson Lang, Margaret Bannerman, and Arthur Margetson
Synopsis
Sir Douglas Rolls is a highly respected defence lawyer of many years experience. Now in rapidly failing health, he is advised to retreat from the courtroom and pursue more pleasurable activities. But it is just at this point in his life that his great lost love a woman his own strong sense of duty led him to give up twenty years ago, and whom he still loves deeply walks into his chambers to ask that he defend her adulterous husband, now to stand trial for murder. Reluctantly agreeing to take on the case, Sir Douglas soon finds there is more to the story than meets the eye.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 26, 1934
91 years ago
Runtime
1h 8m
68 minutes total
User Rating
4.2/10
Mixed (6 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Top Cast
Matheson Lang
as Sir Douglas Rolls
Margaret Bannerman
as Laura Locke
Arthur Margetson
as Leslie Locke
Sam Livesey
as Sir Henry Linguard
Jeanne Stuart
as Phyllis Ware
Richard Bird
as Eric Hammond
Frank Atkinson
as Pope
Robert Horton
as Doctor Hackett
Laurence Hanray
as Parker
J. Fisher White
as Judge
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- BIF
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Great Defender about?
Sir Douglas Rolls is a highly respected defence lawyer of many years experience. Now in rapidly failing health, he is advised to retreat from the courtroom and pursue more pleasurable activities. B...
Who directed The Great Defender?
The Great Defender was directed by Thomas Bentley.
How long is The Great Defender?
The Great Defender has a runtime of 1 hours and 8 minutes (68 minutes total).
When was The Great Defender released?
The Great Defender was released on November 26, 1934 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Great Defender?
The main cast of The Great Defender includes Matheson Lang, Margaret Bannerman, Arthur Margetson, Sam Livesey, Jeanne Stuart.