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The Witness

2015, English. Directed by James Solomon.

A brother's journey to unravel the truth about the mythic death and little known life of Kitty Genovese, who was reportedly murdered in front of 38 witnesses and has become the face of urban apathy.

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Runtime
1h 26m
Post-credits
None listed
Language
English
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Popcorn Flick

Fun if you don’t overthink it.

6.6/10 from 104 TMDB viewer ratings.

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Released
6 October 2015
Country
United States of America
Written by
William Genovese, Russell Greene, Gabriel Rhodes
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What The Witness is based on

The Witness is based on a true story.

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Is The Witness worth watching?

Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.6/10 from 104 TMDB viewer ratings.

How long is The Witness?

The Witness runs 86 minutes (1h 26m).

Does The Witness have a post-credits scene?

None is listed for The Witness. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.

The Witness parents guide: is it suitable for kids?

No age rating is listed for The Witness yet.

Which OTT platform is The Witness on?

The Witness is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Fandor, and Howdy in India. (Checked 12 November 2026.)

What movies are like The Witness?

If you liked The Witness, try Ted Bundy: Mind of a Monster, The Menendez Brothers, Voyeur.

Who directed The Witness?

The Witness (2015) was directed by James Solomon and stars William Genovese, Shannon Beeby, Kitty Genovese.

What is The Witness based on?

The Witness is based on a true story.

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