Great thriller with superb classical interpretations. The plot moves sometimes too lazily.
Witness for the Prosecution
An ailing famous barrister agrees to defend Leonard Vole in a sensational murder trial where his self-possessed wife's testimony makes the case difficult.
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Witness for the Prosecution
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
- Recommendations
Status
Released
Release Date
Dec 17, 1957
Runtime
1h 56m
Genres
Drama, Mystery, Crime
User Score
82%
Original Title
Witness for the Prosecution
Production Companies
Edward Small Productions, United Artists
Director
Billy Wilder
Budget
$3,000,000
Revenue
$9,000,000
Description
An ailing famous barrister agrees to defend Leonard Vole in a sensational murder trial where his self-possessed wife's testimony makes the case difficult.