Criminal Law
1989, English. Directed by Martin Campbell.
Ben Chase is an on-the-rise Boston attorney currently defending a wealthy client in a high-profile murder case. Martin Thiel is the wealthy young man on trial for a particularly brutal murder. The verdict sets Thiel free. Within 24 hours another grizzly and all-too-familiar murder has taken place with striking similarities to the first crime. Chase inexplicably agrees to act as his defense attorney; but this time it will be to gather evidence that will put away his client for good.
- Runtime
- 1h 54m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Criminal Law is streaming on MGM Plus in India.
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Cast & crew
- Martin CampbellDirector
- Gary OldmanBen Chase
- Kevin BaconMartin Thiel
- Tess HarperDetective Stillwell
- Karen YoungEllen Faulkner
- Joe Don BakerDetective Mesel
- Sean McCannJacob Fischer
- Ron LeaGary Hull
- Michael SinelnikoffProfessor Clemens
- Karen WoolridgeClaudia Curwen
- Ali GironIsabel Fuertes
- Rob RoyEthan Parks
- Terrence LabrosseJudge
Details
- Released
- 28 April 1989
- Country
- Canada
- Written by
- Mark Kasdan
- Budget
- $5M
- Box office
- $10M
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Criminal Law: quick answers
Is Criminal Law worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.6/10 from 139 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Criminal Law?
Criminal Law runs 114 minutes (1h 54m).
Does Criminal Law have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Criminal Law. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Criminal Law parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Criminal Law is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Criminal Law on?
Criminal Law is streaming on MGM Plus in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Criminal Law?
If you liked Criminal Law, try Physical Evidence, Suspect, Jagged Edge.
Who directed Criminal Law?
Criminal Law (1989) was directed by Martin Campbell and stars Gary Oldman, Kevin Bacon, Tess Harper.