The Offence
"After 20 years, what detective-sergeant Johnson has seen and done is destroying him."
Originally released in 1973. The Offence is a crime/drama film. directed by Sidney Lumet.
Starring Sean Connery, Trevor Howard, and Vivien Merchant
Synopsis
A burned-out British police detective finally snaps while interrogating a suspected child molester.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 11, 1973
53 years ago
Runtime
1h 52m
112 minutes total
User Rating
6.8/10
Good (168 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
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Director
Top Cast
Sean Connery
as Detective Sergeant Johnson
Trevor Howard
as Lieutenant Cartwright, Detective Superintendant
Vivien Merchant
as Maureen Johnson
Ian Bannen
as Kenneth Baxter
Peter Bowles
as Detective Inspector Cameron
Derek Newark
as Frank Jessard
Ronald Radd
as Lawson
John Hallam
as Panton
Anthony Sagar
as Hill
Maxine Gordon
as Janie
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Tantallon
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Offence about?
A burned-out British police detective finally snaps while interrogating a suspected child molester.
Who directed The Offence?
The Offence was directed by Sidney Lumet.
How long is The Offence?
The Offence has a runtime of 1 hours and 52 minutes (112 minutes total).
When was The Offence released?
The Offence was released on January 11, 1973 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Offence?
The main cast of The Offence includes Sean Connery, Trevor Howard, Vivien Merchant, Ian Bannen, Peter Bowles.
Is The Offence worth watching?
The Offence has a user rating of 6.8/10 based on 168 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.