On Trial
1928, English. Directed by Archie Mayo.
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A man is put on trial for the murder of his best friend. A young attorney wants to become successful and decides to defend him. However, he is very inexperienced.
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Archie MayoDirector
- Pauline FrederickJoan Trask
- Bert LytellRobert Strickland
- Lois WilsonMay Strickland
- Holmes HerbertGerald Trask
- Richard TuckerProsecuting Attorney
- Jason Robards Sr.Defense Attorney
- Franklin PangbornTurnbull
- Fred KelseyClerk
- Johnny ArthurStanley Glover
- Vondell DarrDoris Strickland
- Edmund BreeseJudge
- Edward MartindelDr. Morgan
Details
- Released
- 1 December 1928
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Robert Lord
- Budget
- $130K
- Box office
- $1.5M
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What On Trial is based on
On Trial is based on On Trial (1914) by Elmer Rice.
1914
On Trial
By Elmer Rice
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How long is On Trial?
On Trial runs 91 minutes (1h 31m).
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On Trial parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
On Trial is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is On Trial on?
On Trial isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 1 December 1928. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like On Trial?
If you liked On Trial, try Fast Girls, The Truth About Emanuel, Hungry Hearts.
Who directed On Trial?
On Trial (1928) was directed by Archie Mayo and stars Pauline Frederick, Bert Lytell, Lois Wilson.
What is On Trial based on?
On Trial is based on On Trial (1914) by Elmer Rice.