The Star Chamber
1983, English. Directed by Peter Hyams.
They meet. They judge. They execute.
As violence escalates in Los Angeles and heinous murders are committed, Steven Hardin, a young judge of the California Supreme Court, must struggle with his tortured conscience and growing despair as he watches helplessly as the ruthless criminals brought before his court go free because clever lawyers find obscure loopholes in the law.
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.0/10 from 190 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Star Chamber
The Star Chamber isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Peter HyamsDirector
- Michael DouglasSteven Hardin
- Hal HolbrookBenjamin Caulfield
- Yaphet KottoDetective Harry Lowes
- Sharon GlessEmily Hardin
- James B. SikkingDr. Harold Lewin
- Joe RegalbutoArthur Cooms
- Don CalfaLawrence Monk
- John DiSantiDetective James Wickman
- DeWayne JessieStanley Flowers
- Jack KehoeHingle
- Larry HankinDetective Kenneth Wiggan
- Dick Anthony WilliamsDetective Paul Mackey
Details
- Released
- 5 August 1983
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Peter Hyams, Roderick Taylor
- Budget
- $8M
- Box office
- $5.6M
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The Star Chamber: quick answers
Is The Star Chamber worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.0/10 from 190 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Star Chamber?
The Star Chamber runs 105 minutes (1h 45m).
Does The Star Chamber have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Star Chamber. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Star Chamber parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Star Chamber is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Star Chamber on?
The Star Chamber isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Star Chamber?
If you liked The Star Chamber, try The Pelican Brief, Roman J. Israel, Esq., Juror #2.
Who directed The Star Chamber?
The Star Chamber (1983) was directed by Peter Hyams and stars Michael Douglas, Hal Holbrook, Yaphet Kotto.