This is an odd choice of Simenon novel to adapt into a film. It provides for a good role for Jame...
Cop-Out
John Sawyer, once an eminent barrister, has slid into a life of cynicism and drunkenness since his wife left him. When his daughter's boyfriend is accused of murder, Sawyer decides to try to pull himself together and defend him in court.
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Cop-Out
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Status
Released
Release Date
May 23, 1967
Runtime
1h 44m
Genres
Crime, Drama
User Score
53%
Original Title
Stranger in the House
Production Companies
De Grunwald Productions, Selmur Productions
Director
Pierre Rouve
Description
John Sawyer, once an eminent barrister, has slid into a life of cynicism and drunkenness since his wife left him. When his daughter's boyfriend is accused of murder, Sawyer decides to try to pull himself together and defend him in court.