The Trial of Adolf Eichmann (1997): cast, story & where to watch
1997 · Film · ★ 6.8

Released in 1997, The Trial of Adolf Eichmann is a documentary film directed by Michaël Prazan, running about 116 minutes.
What it’s about. David Brinkley hosts this shattering two-hour documentary about the trial of the man whose role in deporting the Jews of Europe for extermination made him the target of a 15-year manhunt by Israeli agents. Rare videotapes of the trial, exclusive interviews with courtroom witnesses, prosecutors, and others recount the emotionally explosive proceedings.
Who’s in it. The Trial of Adolf Eichmann stars Brian Bedford as Adolf Eichmann (voice), Peter Gallagher as Gideon Hausner (voice), Ed Asner as Dr. Robert Servatius (voice) and Eli Wallach as Pinchas Freudiger / David Ben-Gurion (voices), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, The Trial of Adolf Eichmann has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Trial of Adolf Eichmann page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Trial of Adolf Eichmann tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Trial of Adolf Eichmann (1997)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Trial of Adolf Eichmann change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Trial of Adolf Eichmann worth watching?
- The Trial of Adolf Eichmann holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Trial of Adolf Eichmann?
- The Trial of Adolf Eichmann stars Brian Bedford, Peter Gallagher, Ed Asner, Eli Wallach and Stephen Lang.
- When was The Trial of Adolf Eichmann released?
- The Trial of Adolf Eichmann was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 116 minutes.