Witness for the Prosecution
1982, English. Directed by Alan Gibson.
Is he lying or telling the truth
An ailing barrister is thrust back into the courtroom in what becomes one of the most unusual and eventful murder cases of the lawyer's career when he finds himself defending a man being tried for the murder of a socialite.
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Witness for the Prosecution is streaming on fuboTV, MGM+, and Philo in India.
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Cast & crew
- Alan GibsonDirector
- Ralph RichardsonSir Wilfred Robarts
- Deborah KerrNurse Plimsoll
- Beau BridgesLeonard Vole
- Donald PleasenceMr. Myers
- Wendy HillerJanet Mackenzie
- Diana RiggChristine Vole
- David LangtonMayhew
- Richard VernonBrogan-Moore
- Peter SallisCarter
- Michael GoughJudge
- Frank MillsChief Inspector Hearne
- Michael NightingaleClerk of the Court
Details
- Released
- 4 December 1982
- Country
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Written by
- John Gay, Billy Wilder, Harry Kurnitz
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What Witness for the Prosecution is based on
Witness for the Prosecution is based on Witness for the Prosecution, a 1957 film and Witness for the Prosecution, a 1953 novel by Agatha Christie.
Film · 1957
Witness for the Prosecution
Novel · 1953
Witness for the Prosecution
By Agatha Christie
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Witness for the Prosecution: quick answers
Is Witness for the Prosecution worth watching?
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How long is Witness for the Prosecution?
Witness for the Prosecution runs 97 minutes (1h 37m).
Does Witness for the Prosecution have a post-credits scene?
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Witness for the Prosecution parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Witness for the Prosecution is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Witness for the Prosecution on?
Witness for the Prosecution is streaming on fuboTV, MGM+, and Philo in India. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like Witness for the Prosecution?
If you liked Witness for the Prosecution, try Miss Marple: They Do It with Mirrors, Riddled with Deceit: A Martha's Vineyard Mystery, Gourmet Detective: A Healthy Place to Die.
Who directed Witness for the Prosecution?
Witness for the Prosecution (1982) was directed by Alan Gibson and stars Ralph Richardson, Deborah Kerr, Beau Bridges.
What is Witness for the Prosecution based on?
Witness for the Prosecution is based on Witness for the Prosecution, a 1957 film and Witness for the Prosecution, a 1953 novel by Agatha Christie.