A Case for Murder (1993): cast, story & where to watch
1993 · Film · ★ 4.3
Released in 1993, A Case for Murder is a thriller, drama, crime and tv movie film directed by Duncan Gibbins, running about 94 minutes. “To defence lawyer Jack Hammet winning is everthing. Losing is murder.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Jack Hammett is an aggressive young defence attorney on the rise up the corporate ladder. In the courtroom he's known as the "Hail Mary Kid" for his ability to win the unwinnable cases. When one of the firm's lawyers, Darren Gaines, is murdered and Gaines' wife is charged, Hammett is assigned as her attorney. Hammett asks Kate Weldon, a recently hired lawyer, to assist him. Together they discover some inconsistencies in the case as well as a possible connection to the recent murder of a judge.
Who’s in it. A Case for Murder stars Jennifer Grey as Kate Weldon, Peter Berg as Jack Hemmet, Belinda Bauer as Joanna Gains and Eugene Roche as Alan Nugent, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.3/10, A Case for Murder has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Case for Murder page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Case for Murder tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Case for Murder (1993)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Case for Murder change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Case for Murder worth watching?
- A Case for Murder holds an audience score of 4.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama, crime and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Case for Murder?
- A Case for Murder stars Jennifer Grey, Peter Berg, Belinda Bauer, Eugene Roche and Samantha Eggar.
- When was A Case for Murder released?
- A Case for Murder was released in 1993, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.