

Benefit of the Doubt
1993, English. Directed by Jonathan Heap.
A terrifying story of fatherly love.
Twenty two years earlier, Karen helped convict her father, Frank, for the murder of her mother. With his new freedom, thanks to parole, Frank returns home to seek revenge. Having always pleaded his innocence, Frank soon works his way back into Karen's life.
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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- Released
- 17 June 1993
- Country
- Germany, United States of America
- Written by
- Jeffrey Polman, Christopher Keyser, Michael Lieber
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How long is Benefit of the Doubt?
Benefit of the Doubt runs 90 minutes (1h 30m).
Does Benefit of the Doubt have a post-credits scene?
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Benefit of the Doubt parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Benefit of the Doubt is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Benefit of the Doubt on?
Benefit of the Doubt isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like Benefit of the Doubt?
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Who directed Benefit of the Doubt?
Benefit of the Doubt (1993) was directed by Jonathan Heap and stars Donald Sutherland, Amy Irving, Rider Strong.