The Trial
1962, English. Directed by Orson Welles.
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Arrested for an unnamed crime, Josef K. is trapped in a surreal bureaucratic maze where justice is unknowable and guilt is assumed.
- Runtime
- 1h 59m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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7.4/10 from 597 TMDB viewer ratings.
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The Trial is streaming on Artiflix in India.
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Cast & crew
- Orson WellesDirector
- Anthony PerkinsJosef K.
- Romy SchneiderLeni
- Orson WellesAlbert Hastler
- Akim TamiroffBloch
- Jeanne MoreauMarika Burstner
- Elsa MartinelliHilda
- Suzanne FlonMiss Pittl
- Madeleine RobinsonMrs. Grubach
- Max HauflerUncle Max
- Max BuchsbaumExamining Magistrate
- Arnoldo FoàInspector A
- Jess HahnAssistant Inspector #2
Details
- Released
- 25 August 1962
- Original title
- Le Procès
- Country
- France, Germany, Italy
- Written by
- Orson Welles
- Budget
- $1.3M
- Box office
- $94K
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What The Trial is based on
The Trial is based on The Trial, a 1925 unfinished novel by Franz Kafka.
Unfinished novel · 1925
The Trial
By Franz Kafka
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The Trial: quick answers
Is The Trial worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.4/10 from 597 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Trial?
The Trial runs 119 minutes (1h 59m).
Does The Trial have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Trial. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Trial parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Trial is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Trial on?
The Trial is streaming on Artiflix in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Trial?
If you liked The Trial, try Alphaville, A Clockwork Orange, The Conversation.
Who directed The Trial?
The Trial (1962) was directed by Orson Welles and stars Anthony Perkins, Romy Schneider, Orson Welles.
What is The Trial based on?
The Trial is based on The Trial, a 1925 unfinished novel by Franz Kafka.