Trial and Error (1997): cast, story & where to watch
1997 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1997, Trial and Error is a comedy and romance film directed by Jonathan Lynn, running about 98 minutes. “The 2nd most outrageous trial of the century” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An actor poses as a lawyer to help his sick friend, and problems develop.
Who’s in it. Trial and Error stars Michael Richards as Richard Rietti, Charlize Theron as Billie Tyler, Jeff Daniels as Charles Tuttle and Jessica Steen as Elizabeth, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Trial and Error has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Trial and Error page.
If you liked it. Fans of Trial and Error tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Trial and Error (1997)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Trial and Error change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Trial and Error worth watching?
- Trial and Error holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Trial and Error?
- Trial and Error stars Michael Richards, Charlize Theron, Jeff Daniels, Jessica Steen and Austin Pendleton.
- When was Trial and Error released?
- Trial and Error was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.