Movies and TvShows featuring "deadlocked-jury" theme.

Indictment: The McMartin Trial is a gripping drama/thriller TV movie based on the true story of the infamous McMartin trial in Los Angeles, California. The film explores the devastating effects of suspected child abuse allegations and the ensuing justice system failure. It delves into themes of alleged pedophilia, paranoia, conflict of interest, and the sensationalist press frenzy that surrounded the case. The plot revolves around a preschool and the accusations of implied sexual abuse, with the story taking place in the backdrop of a front-page newspaper scandal. The movie highlights the struggles faced by the accused and the emotional toll it takes on the lives of innocent people.

Lawyer Man is a pre-code film set in New York City, focusing on a lawyer who becomes entangled in a breach-of-promise suit. As the story unfolds, the lawyer faces corruption, deceit, and political intrigue as he fights to clear his name and find justice. With a backdrop of grand jury investigations and a dissolved partnership, Lawyer Man showcases the dark and shady aspects of the legal profession. The protagonist must navigate a web of lies and manipulation, risking everything to uncover the truth and restore his reputation.

Society matron Mrs. Livingston Baldwin Crane is selected as a juror in the trial of former chorus girl Yvette Gordon, who's accused of murdering her rich older husband. In court and during deliberations, Mrs. Crane proves to be a disruptive and unorthodox juror.