Trial by Terror (1983): cast, story & where to watch
1983 · Film
Released in 1983, Trial by Terror is a thriller and horror film directed by Hildy Brooks, running about 90 minutes. “There's an intruder in the house... You get a gun... You do what you have to...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A couple moves into a new home and find success and happiness, but soon their dream becomes a nightmare when they hear chilling voices in the night, vandalous attacks and a faceless, nameless menace threatens to destroy them. The law won't help, and when an intruder is shot and killed, their ordeal has just begun.
Who’s in it. Trial by Terror stars Martin Landau, Kay Lenz as Karen Armstrong, Alma Martinez as Diane Johnson and Colleen Camp, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Trial by Terror page.
If you liked it. Fans of Trial by Terror tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Trial by Terror (1983)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Trial by Terror change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Trial by Terror?
- Trial by Terror stars Martin Landau, Kay Lenz, Alma Martinez, Colleen Camp and Allen Garfield.
- When was Trial by Terror released?
- Trial by Terror was released in 1983, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.