Jack Lemmon,
Courtney B. Vance,
George C. Scott,
Mykelti Williamson,
Armin Mueller-Stahl
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A jury argues a case in a stuffy room on a hot summer's day. Eleven say "guilty!" But one holdout (Jack Lemmon) is convinced of the defendant's innocence and stubbornly argues "reasonable doubt." This... read more
Directed by: William Friedkin
Release Date: August 17, 1997
Stats: 805 reviews
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January 7, 2010
The story that really grips you, and you cannot watch this Movie for long without starting to feel you are also there in that room, a part of the discussion, and not just watching a movie.
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May 13, 2009
Even though it's a remake I think it's as strong as the original movie. The cast works great in this flick and brings the movie to life.
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December 13, 2008
I was bored of this at first as I wasn't really sure where it was going, but once it started I really started getting into it. Mystery's and the like generally annoy me, but this was really enjoyable and I liked how although the other 11 blokes were bias towards the black dude ha... read more
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August 9, 2010
I remember reading the script in school and i loved it
then they showed i believe this movie and the only
people in the class that enjoyed it was me and
my stoner friend it is such a great film -
September 2, 2009
Right up there among my all time fave movies. Outstanding cast, an all star cast really, lead by Henry Fonda. Beautifully written and wonderfully acted. A very good example I think of how the movies that rely on the spoken word can be more suspenseful and engrossing to watch then... read more
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August 18, 2009
Not as good as the Lumet film, the Lumet version is THE standard for this story, and filmmaking in general.
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June 23, 2009
What a film- I loved the original much more, but this was not bad. Love Tony Danza as the baseball fan.
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January 18, 2009
Watch It... if you want to see a competent remake of the 1957 classic in modern updated form.
Avoid It... if you expect any of the subtlety of the original version, or if you seek performances of similar caliber.
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Not nearly as good as the original, but still an incredible film.
Nowhere near the original, but still worthy of high praise.
This remake is worth viewing for the strength of the script and the fine performances. Full Review
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