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12 Angry Men is a 1957 American independent legal drama film directed by Sidney Lumet in his feature film debut, adapted from a 1954 teleplay of the same name by Reginald Rose.
A classic courtroom thriller directed by Sidney Lumet and starring Henry Fonda as Juror 8, who doubts the guilt of a young man accused of murdering his father. The movie explores the themes of justice, prejudice, and human nature through the deliberations of 12 jurors in a New York City jury room.
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- Crime, Drama
- Sidney Lumet
- 1957-04-10
Twelve Angry Men is an American courtroom drama written by Reginald Rose concerning the jury of a homicide trial. It was broadcast initially as a television play in 1954. The following year it was adapted for the stage. It was adapted for a film of the same name, directed by Sidney Lumet, and released in 1957.
Sidney Lumet's debut film is a superbly written and dramatically effective drama that stands as a modern classic. Watch the trailer, read critics reviews, and see the cast and crew of 12 Angry Men, a movie about a jury's verdict that could decide a boy's life.
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- Henry Fonda
- Sidney Lumet
- Orion-Nova Pictures
A classic film about a jury debate over a murder case, directed by Sidney Lumet and starring Henry Fonda. Roger Ebert praises the film's realism, logic, emotion and social commentary in his analysis and summary.
Learn about the play by Reginald Rose that explores the problems of the American judicial system. Find summaries, analysis, quotes, and study tools for Twelve Angry Men.
A classic courtroom drama about a jury's deliberation over a murder case. One juror (Henry Fonda) casts doubt on the evidence and tries to convince the others to vote not guilty.
