Midnight Court (1937): cast, story & where to watch
1937 · Film · ★ 4.2
Released in 1937, Midnight Court is a drama, crime and romance film directed by Frank McDonald, running about 63 minutes. “A DOWN-and-OUT LAWYER, by DEFENDING A RACKETEER and HIS MOB, MAKES A COME-BACK TO FAME” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. After losing his bid for district attorney, an aspiring young lawyer agrees to defend a ring of car thieves.
Who’s in it. Midnight Court stars Ann Dvorak as Carol O'Neill, John Litel as Victor Shanley, Carlyle Moore Jr. as Bob Terrill and Joseph Crehan as Judge Frederick J. Thompson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.2/10, Midnight Court has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Midnight Court page.
If you liked it. Fans of Midnight Court tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Midnight Court (1937)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Midnight Court change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Midnight Court worth watching?
- Midnight Court holds an audience score of 4.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, crime and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Midnight Court?
- Midnight Court stars Ann Dvorak, John Litel, Carlyle Moore Jr., Joseph Crehan and William B. Davidson.
- When was Midnight Court released?
- Midnight Court was released in 1937, with a runtime of about 63 minutes.