Movies and TvShows featuring "jury-trial" theme.
Police captain Pavel Semyonov serves in one of the residential areas of St. Petersburg. Pavel is used to breaking up drunken fights and entering drug dens alone to make another arrest. He knows that if he thinks and argues, he will simply be killed. And he is used to first acting, and then sorting it out, because he really wants to stay alive, because his wife Yulia and son Sasha are waiting for him at home. Risking his life, he saves the daughter of a businessman. In gratitude, Latyshev, the girl's father, facilitates the transfer of Pavel to Nevsky Prospekt, to the very center of the big city, where it is prestigious and profitable to serve ... And soon Pavel begins to suspect that his transfer to the Central District was carried out by Latyshev with some far-reaching plans. And when Pavel goes on the trail of a mysterious killer named Rafael, everything is completely confused. But in a difficult situation, Pavel can always rely on his friends from the sleeping area
Military lawyer Lieutenant Daniel Kaffee defends Marines accused of murder. They contend they were acting under orders. A tough and clever cross-examiner, Kaffee proves that the marines were following a widely practiced disciplinary act known as "Code Red." With the help of Lieutenant-Colonel Markinson, Kaffee uncovers a cover-up that leads to the exposure of the truth. Justice is served as the defendants are acquitted.
A woman named Kya Clark, who grew up in the marshes of the Deep South, becomes a suspect in the murder of a man she had a past relationship with. Raised in an abusive and poor family, Kya survives on her own in the marshes. She forms a romantic relationship with Tate Walker, who leaves for college and breaks his promise to return. Kya then begins a relationship with local quarterback Chase Andrews, only to discover he is engaged to someone else. When Chase becomes abusive, Kya fights him off, but he is later found dead. Kya is charged with murder and stands trial, but is eventually found not guilty. She spends the rest of her life with Tate, publishing nature books and being visited by her brother Jodie. When Kya passes away, Tate finds evidence that suggests she may have killed Chase.
A few years after World War II, Leonard Vole is accused of murdering a rich widow who recently changed her will in his favor. Sir Wilfred Robarts, a skilled lawyer, despite being warned to avoid excitement due to his health, decides to defend Vole himself. With circumstantial evidence pointing to Vole's guilt and his own wife testifying against him, all seems lost for the defense. However, a late-night phone call reveals new evidence that changes the jury's opinion. In the final court scene, the truth behind the murder is revealed and the defense attorney takes on a new case defending Vole's wife for murder.
Silk is a TV show that follows the life of a talented lawyer as he takes on challenging cases in the court room. It explores the dynamics of the legal profession and the personal and professional struggles faced by the characters.
In New Orleans, Celeste Wood takes a gun manufacturer to court for her husband's death. Jury consultant Rankin Fitch uses illegal practices to manipulate the jury. Juror Nicholas Easter has a hidden agenda with his girlfriend Marlee to offer Fitch the verdict he wants for a price. Fitch orders Easter's apartment raided, but Marlee counters by getting one of Fitch's jurors removed. The cat and mouse game continues as Marlee raises her price and Fitch's witness blows up on the stand. Easter asks jurors to review the case, and Fitch pays Marlee the ransom. The gun manufacturer is found liable and Fitch is confronted by Easter and Marlee. Eventually, the $15 million ransom will go to the town of Gardner, Indiana.
When a nosy reporter witnesses a murder, an innocent man becomes the prime suspect in a murder trial. As the trial progresses, more evidence is revealed, casting doubt on the man's guilt. With the help of a young reporter, the man must prove his innocence and find the real killer.
A down-on-his-luck lawyer takes on a medical malpractice case in an attempt to find redemption. As he delves deeper into the case, he discovers a web of corruption and deceit that threatens to derail his pursuit of justice.
Inherit the Wind is a movie based on the famous Scopes Monkey Trial, in which a biology teacher is prosecuted for teaching evolution. The trial becomes a battleground between the prosecutor, representing traditional religious beliefs, and the defense attorney, defending intellectual freedom and scientific knowledge. The movie explores themes of religion, politics, and the role of law in society.
Larry Flynt, the publisher of Hustler magazine, becomes embroiled in a legal battle defending his right to free speech against accusations of libel and obscenity, while also facing personal struggles and health issues.
Conviction is a drama film based on a true story. It follows a single mother's relentless fight for justice as she tries to uncover the truth behind her missing husband's mysterious disappearance. The plot revolves around her struggles with doubt, manipulation, false testimony, and the plea for justice. The story takes the audience through a courtroom trial, car accidents, hospital scenes, and a captivating epilogue revealing what happened. It explores themes of right and justice, as well as the complexities of the legal system. As the story unfolds, the protagonist finds herself caught in a web of wiretaps, rumors, and suspicion, eventually leading to a murder trial and a courtroom battle that reaches the court of appeals. Along the way, the film also delves into the personal life of the protagonist, showcasing her roles as a mother, a law professor, and a waitress. Set in the 2000s, the movie also takes the audience to France, where the protagonist seeks the help of a famous lawyer. Conviction is a gripping and emotional journey filled with twists and turns, ultimately highlighting the importance of perseverance and fighting for the truth.
In Suspect, a deaf-mute man becomes the prime suspect in a murder case. A dedicated public defender takes on his case and must navigate through a web of conspiracy and corruption to uncover the truth. As the trial progresses, she discovers shocking secrets that could change everything. With the help of a Vietnam War veteran and a sequestered jury, she fights against a corrupt judge and government officials to bring justice to the wrongfully accused.
In 17th-century England, an Irish physician is wrongly accused of treason and sold into slavery. He escapes and becomes a pirate, seeking revenge against those who wronged him.
In 1935 Paris, struggling actress Madeleine Verdier, who has just been acquitted of murder, faces new challenges as she becomes the prime suspect in the killing of a famous producer. With the help of her lawyer roommate, Madeleine must prove her innocence and uncover the truth behind the shocking murder.
Blanche Fury is a gothic noir film set in the year 1848. The story revolves around murder, inheritance, and illicit love. Blanche, a governess, becomes entangled in a web of deception and revenge after marrying into a wealthy family. As secrets unravel, Blanche finds herself facing a trial for murder.
Mesrine: Public Enemy #1 is a thrilling biographical crime drama depicting the life of Jacques Mesrine, a notorious criminal who became France's public enemy number one during the 1970s. The movie follows Mesrine's daring bank robberies, prison escapes, and confrontations with the police, all while dealing with personal struggles and relationships.
Bomb City is a gripping crime drama based on a true story that explores the clash between punk culture and suburban society in Amarillo, Texas in 1997. The film follows the life of Brian Deneke, a young punk rocker who is brutally murdered by a group of jocks in a senseless act of violence. As the trial unfolds, it becomes clear that the incident is not just about the murder, but about deeper issues of intolerance, police brutality, and injustice.
Flash of Genius is a movie based on the true story of Robert Kearns, a college professor and engineer who invented the intermittent windshield wiper. The film follows Kearns as he fights against the automobile industry, specifically Ford, for patent infringement and the recognition he deserves. It showcases Kearns' determination, his struggles with paranoia and mental breakdown, and his unwavering pursuit of justice and intellectual property rights. Flash of Genius is a motivational story of a genius inventor who takes on a powerful industry to protect his invention and restore his reputation.
Rama, a literature professor and novelist, travels to Saint-Omer to observe the trial of Laurence Coly, a Senegalese immigrant accused of leaving her daughter on a beach. Rama, who is pregnant and in a mixed-race relationship, connects with Coly and plans to write a modern-day retelling of the Medea myth. As she learns more about Coly's life, Rama becomes increasingly anxious about her own life and pregnancy.
Bernie Tiede, a beloved mortician in a small Texas town, forms an unlikely friendship with a wealthy widow, but when their relationship takes a dark turn, Bernie becomes entangled in a murder trial.