Conviction (2002): cast, story & where to watch
2002 · Film · ★ 2

Released in 2002, Conviction is a drama and tv movie film directed by Kevin Rodney Sullivan, running about 99 minutes.
What it’s about. The story of Carl Upchurch who experiences jail as a young adult. While in prison, a compassionate teacher helps turn his life around through education and religion. He in turn is inspired to help other troubled youths.
Who’s in it. Conviction stars Omar Epps as Carl Upchurch, Dana Delany as Martha, Charles S. Dutton as McGill and Treach as Tank (as Treach), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.0/10, Conviction has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Conviction page.
If you liked it. Fans of Conviction tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Conviction (2002)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Conviction change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Conviction worth watching?
- Conviction holds an audience score of 2.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Conviction?
- Conviction stars Omar Epps, Dana Delany, Charles S. Dutton, Treach and Kevin Duhaney.
- When was Conviction released?
- Conviction was released in 2002, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.