The Offence
1973, English. Directed by Sidney Lumet.
After 20 years, what detective-sergeant Johnson has seen and done is destroying him.
A burned-out British police detective finally snaps while interrogating a suspected child molester.
- Runtime
- 1h 53m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.8/10 from 182 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Offence
The Offence is streaming on MGM Plus in India.
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Cast & crew
- Sidney LumetDirector
- Sean ConneryDetective Sergeant Johnson
- Trevor HowardLieutenant Cartwright, Detective Superintendant
- Vivien MerchantMaureen Johnson
- Ian BannenKenneth Baxter
- Peter BowlesDetective Inspector Cameron
- Derek NewarkFrank Jessard
- Ronald RaddLawson
- John HallamPanton
- Anthony SagarHill
- Maxine GordonJanie
- Hilda FenemoreWoman on Common
- Cynthia LundChild at School
Details
- Released
- 11 January 1973
- Country
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Written by
- John Hopkins
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The Offence: quick answers
Is The Offence worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.8/10 from 182 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Offence?
The Offence runs 113 minutes (1h 53m).
Does The Offence have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Offence. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Offence parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Offence is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Offence on?
The Offence is streaming on MGM Plus in India. (Checked 8 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Offence?
If you liked The Offence, try Red Riding: The Year of Our Lord 1974, Changeling, M.
Who directed The Offence?
The Offence (1973) was directed by Sidney Lumet and stars Sean Connery, Trevor Howard, Vivien Merchant.