Reversal of Fortune
1990, English. Directed by Barbet Schroeder.
The Case of Claus Von Bulow. An American Saga of Money and Mystery.
Wealthy Sunny von Bülow lies brain-dead, husband Claus guilty of attempted murder; but he says he's innocent and hires Alan Dershowitz for his appeal.
- Runtime
- 1h 51m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.7/10 from 370 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
- Barbet SchroederDirector
- Glenn CloseSunny von Bülow / Narrator
- Jeremy IronsClaus von Bülow
- Ron SilverAlan Dershowitz
- Annabella SciorraSarah
- Uta HagenMaria
- Fisher StevensDavid Marriott
- Jack GilpinPeter MacIntosh
- Christine BaranskiAndrea Reynolds
- Stephen MailerElon Dershowitz
- Christine DunfordEllen
- Felicity HuffmanMinnie
- Mano SinghRaj
Details
- Released
- 19 October 1990
- Country
- Japan, United Kingdom, United States of America
- Written by
- Nicholas Kazan
- Box office
- $15M
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What Reversal of Fortune is based on
Reversal of Fortune is adapted from a novel.
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Reversal of Fortune: quick answers
Is Reversal of Fortune worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.7/10 from 370 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Reversal of Fortune?
Reversal of Fortune runs 111 minutes (1h 51m).
Does Reversal of Fortune have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Reversal of Fortune. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Reversal of Fortune parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Reversal of Fortune is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Reversal of Fortune on?
Reversal of Fortune isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like Reversal of Fortune?
If you liked Reversal of Fortune, try Monster, Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile, I Am Elizabeth Smart.
Who directed Reversal of Fortune?
Reversal of Fortune (1990) was directed by Barbet Schroeder and stars Glenn Close, Jeremy Irons, Ron Silver.
What is Reversal of Fortune based on?
Reversal of Fortune is adapted from a novel.