Legal Drama Movies

While participating as a juror in a prominent murder case, devoted family man Justin Kemp faces a profound ethical quandary. He possesses the ability to influence the jury’s decision, which…

A lawyer helps a funeral home owner save his family business from a corporate behemoth. In a move to bring resonance to a dry case, the lawyer digs up a complex web of race, power, and oppression that forces everyone to examine prejudices.

A woman is under suspicion for the murder of her spouse, while their visually impaired son grapples with a moral conflict as the only person who witnessed the event.

A detainee at the U.S military’s Guantanamo Bay detention center is held without charges for over a decade and seeks help from a defense attorney for his release.

Movie was released on 2020-09-25, the IMDB rating is 7,6 (upd: 10-13-2020) and lasts 129 min. The Trial of the Chicago 7 belongs to the following categories: Drama, Featured movies,…

The powerful true story of Harvard-educated lawyer Bryan Stevenson, who goes to Alabama to defend the disenfranchised and wrongly condemned — including Walter McMillian, a man sentenced to death despite evidence proving his innocence. Bryan fights tirelessly for Walter with the system stacked against them.

A corporate defense attorney takes on an environmental lawsuit against the DuPont chemical company that exposes a lengthy history of pollution.

Set in the late 19th century, this historical drama delves into the infamous Dreyfus Affair, a political scandal that rocked France. The film follows Georges Picquart, a French officer who…

In this gripping courtroom drama directed by Ajay Bahl, the narrative delves into the complexities of the Indian legal system as it tackles a sensitive case of alleged sexual assault….

In this gripping legal drama, a young defense lawyer, Caspar Leinen, finds himself entangled in a complex case involving a seemingly inexplicable murder committed by an elderly Italian man, Fabrizio…

This gripping drama follows the true story of Molly Bloom, a former Olympic-class skier who becomes the target of an FBI investigation after establishing a high-stakes, underground poker empire for…

In this heartfelt drama directed by Marc Webb, Chris Evans stars as Frank Adler, a single man raising his spirited young niece, Mary, played by Mckenna Grace. The story unfolds…

Set in the late 1950s, this film follows the story of a decorated naval officer, played by Akshay Kumar, who finds himself embroiled in a high-profile murder case. The narrative…

Directed by Tom McCarthy, this gripping drama follows the investigative journalism team at The Boston Globe as they uncover a massive scandal involving child molestation and cover-ups within the local…

Set during the Cold War, this gripping historical drama follows the story of an insurance lawyer, James Donovan, played by Tom Hanks, who finds himself thrust into the world of…

In this 2014 drama, a successful big-city lawyer, played by Robert Downey Jr., returns to his small hometown for his mother’s funeral, only to discover that his estranged father, the…

Set against the stark and haunting backdrop of a coastal Russian town, this film follows the life of Kolya, a man who finds himself embroiled in a battle against a…

In this gripping legal thriller directed by Brad Furman, Matthew McConaughey stars as Mick Haller, a charismatic defense attorney who operates out of the back of his Lincoln Town Car….

Directed by Asghar Farhadi, this critically acclaimed film delves into the complexities of family dynamics and moral dilemmas in contemporary Iran. The story revolves around a couple facing a difficult…

Directed by David Fincher, this film delves into the dramatic origins of a major social media platform, chronicling the rise of its founder, portrayed by Jesse Eisenberg. The narrative explores…

Set in a Bronx Catholic school in 1964, this gripping drama explores themes of suspicion and moral certainty. The story revolves around a stern nun, Sister Aloysius, played by Meryl…

Directed by Niki Caro, this compelling drama stars Charlize Theron as a woman who returns to her hometown in Northern Minnesota and takes a job at a local iron mine….

In this gripping legal thriller, a high-stakes court case unfolds involving a widow suing a powerful gun manufacturer after her husband’s tragic death. The film delves into the intricate world…

In this compelling drama directed by Steven Soderbergh, Julia Roberts delivers a powerful performance as a determined legal assistant who uncovers a major environmental scandal. The film follows her journey…

In this legal drama directed by Francis Ford Coppola, a young, idealistic attorney, played by Matt Damon, takes on a powerful insurance company accused of denying a legitimate claim. The…

A psychological thriller directed by Satoshi Kon, this film follows Mima Kirigoe, a pop idol who decides to leave her music career to pursue acting. As she navigates the challenges…

In this gripping drama directed by Tim Robbins, the story follows Sister Helen Prejean, played by Susan Sarandon, as she forms a unique bond with a death row inmate, portrayed…

In this gripping thriller directed by David Fincher, two detectives, played by Brad Pitt and Morgan Freeman, are on the hunt for a serial killer who uses the seven deadly…

Directed by Jonathan Demme, this poignant legal drama stars Tom Hanks and Denzel Washington in a compelling narrative about justice and discrimination. The film follows a talented lawyer who is…

Directed by Jim Sheridan, this gripping drama stars Daniel Day-Lewis as Gerry Conlon, a man wrongfully convicted of a bombing he did not commit. The film explores themes of justice…

In this gripping courtroom drama, a young Navy lawyer, played by Tom Cruise, is tasked with defending two Marines accused of murder. As he delves deeper into the case, he…

In this 1992 comedy directed by Jonathan Lynn, two New Yorkers find themselves in deep trouble when they are mistakenly charged with murder in a small Alabama town. Desperate for…

This gripping political thriller, directed by Oliver Stone, delves into the complex and controversial investigation surrounding the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. The film follows New Orleans District Attorney…

In this intense courtroom drama directed by Jonathan Kaplan, Jodie Foster delivers a powerful performance as Sarah Tobias, a young woman who seeks justice after a brutal assault. The film…

Set in the politically charged atmosphere of 1980s Poland, this film explores the profound impact of loss and the struggle for justice. The story follows a widow, Urszula, as she…

In this gripping courtroom drama, a down-and-out lawyer, played by Paul Newman, seeks redemption through a medical malpractice case that could be his last chance to salvage his career. The…

In this gripping legal drama directed by Norman Jewison, Al Pacino delivers a powerful performance as Arthur Kirkland, a principled defense attorney caught in a moral quandary. The film explores…

In this 1968 Western film directed by Ted Post, a man named Jed Cooper, played by Clint Eastwood, narrowly escapes a wrongful hanging and sets out to bring the vigilantes…

Set in the racially charged atmosphere of 1930s Alabama, this film follows the story of a young girl named Scout Finch and her brother Jem as they navigate the complexities…

In this 1962 film adaptation of Franz Kafka’s novel, a man named Josef K. finds himself inexplicably arrested and entangled in a bewildering legal system. As he navigates the surreal…

Set against the backdrop of post-World War II Germany, this gripping courtroom drama delves into the moral complexities of justice as it follows the trial of four German judges accused…

Set in a small Southern town, this gripping courtroom drama centers around a high-profile trial that pits science against religion. The story unfolds as a schoolteacher is prosecuted for teaching…

In this gripping courtroom drama, a small-town lawyer, played by James Stewart, takes on the defense of an army lieutenant accused of murder. The film delves into the complexities of…

In this gripping courtroom drama, a seasoned barrister, Sir Wilfrid Robarts, takes on the defense of a man accused of murder, only to find himself entangled in a web of…

In this gripping courtroom drama directed by Sidney Lumet, a jury of twelve men is tasked with determining the fate of a young defendant accused of murder. As the deliberations…

Terry Malloy dreams about being a prize fighter, while tending his pigeons and running errands at the docks for Johnny Friendly, the corrupt boss of the dockers union. Terry witnesses…

Directed by John Ford, this 1939 film offers a fictionalized account of a young Abraham Lincoln’s early years as a lawyer in Illinois. The story follows Lincoln, played by Henry…

This silent film, directed by Carl Theodor Dreyer, is a poignant portrayal of the trial of Joan of Arc, focusing on her intense and emotional courtroom experiences. Renowned for its…