The Verdict
1982, English. Directed by Sidney Lumet.
Frank Galvin has one last chance to do something right.
Frank Galvin is a down-on-his-luck lawyer and reduced to drinking and ambulance chasing, when a former associate reminds him of his obligations in a medical malpractice suit by serving it to Galvin on a silver platter—all parties are willing to settle out of court. Blundering his way through the preliminaries, Galvin suddenly realizes that the case should actually go to court—to punish the guilty, to get a decent settlement for his clients... and to restore his standing as a lawyer.
- Runtime
- 2h 9m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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- Sidney LumetDirector
- Paul NewmanFrank Galvin
- Charlotte RamplingLaura Fischer
- Jack WardenMickey Morrissey
- James MasonEd Concannon
- Milo O'SheaJudge Hoyle
- Lindsay CrouseKaitlin Costello
- Edward BinnsBishop Brophy
- Julie BovassoMaureen Rooney
- Roxanne HartSally Doneghy
- James HandyKevin Doneghy
- Wesley AddyDr. Towler
- Joe SenecaDr. Thompson
Details
- Released
- 8 December 1982
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- David Mamet
- Budget
- $16M
- Box office
- $54M
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The Verdict: quick answers
Is The Verdict worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.5/10 from 782 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Verdict?
The Verdict runs 129 minutes (2h 9m).
Does The Verdict have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Verdict. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Verdict parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Verdict is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Verdict on?
The Verdict 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 Verdict?
If you liked The Verdict, try The Rainmaker, Changing Lanes, Juror #2.
Who directed The Verdict?
The Verdict (1982) was directed by Sidney Lumet and stars Paul Newman, Charlotte Rampling, Jack Warden.