While Justice Sleeps
While Justice Sleeps
1994, English. Directed by Alan Smithee & Ivan Passer.
After the death of her husband, Jody and her daughter Samantha return to her home town. Sometimes she leaves Samantha with her old friend Winn. Only after an accident a doctor discovers that she has been abused - apparently by Winn! Jody reports immediately to the police and tries everything to avoid complications. But when it turns out that Winn still might win the case by some procedural tricks, she commits an act of desperation.
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Cast & crew
- Alan SmitheeDirector
- Ivan PasserDirector
- Cybill ShepherdJody Stokes
- Tim MathesonWinfield 'Win' Cooke
- Karis Paige BryantSamantha 'Sam' Stokes
- Dion AndersonSpencer 'Spence' Cunningham
- Henry BeckmanNed Stokes
- Anna FergusonMolly Jo Cooke
- Kurtwood SmithLeonard Rosenglass
- Robyn StevanMarlene Perkins
- Elan Ross GibsonDoc. Cunningham
- Crystal VergePortia Culpepper
- Chelsey G. MarshallLouise Culpepper
- Gabrielle RoseSarah Berger
Details
- Released
- 5 December 1994
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Stephen Glantz, Caliope Brattlestreet
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While Justice Sleeps: quick answers
Is While Justice Sleeps worth watching?
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How long is While Justice Sleeps?
While Justice Sleeps runs 88 minutes (1h 28m).
Does While Justice Sleeps have a post-credits scene?
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While Justice Sleeps parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
While Justice Sleeps is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is While Justice Sleeps on?
While Justice Sleeps isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 5 December 1994. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like While Justice Sleeps?
If you liked While Justice Sleeps, try Cheaters, ...First Do No Harm, Ray Donovan: The Movie.
Who directed While Justice Sleeps?
While Justice Sleeps (1994) was directed by Alan Smithee and Ivan Passer and stars Cybill Shepherd, Tim Matheson, Karis Paige Bryant.