Beyond a Reasonable Doubt
1956, English. Directed by Fritz Lang.
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A newspaper publisher, wanting to prove a point about the insufficiency of circumstantial evidence, talks his possible son-in-law Tom into a hoax in an attempt to expose ineptitude of the city's hard-line district attorney. The plan is to have Tom plant clues leading to his arrest for killing a female nightclub dancer. Once Tom is found guilty, he is to reveal the setup and humiliate the DA.
- Runtime
- 1h 20m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.8/10 from 131 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
- Fritz LangDirector
- Dana AndrewsTom Garrett
- Joan FontaineSusan Spencer
- Sidney BlackmerAustin Spencer
- Arthur FranzBob Hale
- Philip BourneufRoy Thompson
- Edward BinnsLt. Kennedy
- Shepperd StrudwickJonathan Wilson
- Robin RaymondTerry Larue
- Barbara NicholsDolly Moore
- William F. LeicesterCharlie Miller
- Dan SeymourGreco
- Rusty LaneJudge
Details
- Released
- 13 September 1956
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Douglas Morrow
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Beyond a Reasonable Doubt: quick answers
Is Beyond a Reasonable Doubt worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.8/10 from 131 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Beyond a Reasonable Doubt?
Beyond a Reasonable Doubt runs 80 minutes (1h 20m).
Does Beyond a Reasonable Doubt have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Beyond a Reasonable Doubt. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Beyond a Reasonable Doubt parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Beyond a Reasonable Doubt is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Beyond a Reasonable Doubt on?
Beyond a Reasonable Doubt isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 8 November 2026.)
What movies are like Beyond a Reasonable Doubt?
If you liked Beyond a Reasonable Doubt, try Stranger on the Third Floor, Panic, True Believer.
Who directed Beyond a Reasonable Doubt?
Beyond a Reasonable Doubt (1956) was directed by Fritz Lang and stars Dana Andrews, Joan Fontaine, Sidney Blackmer.