The Trial (1993): cast, story & where to watch
1993 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1993, The Trial is a thriller and drama film directed by David Hugh Jones, running about 118 minutes. “Arrested and Prosecuted. But for what, he does not know.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Joseph K. awakes one morning, to find two strange men in his room, telling him he has been arrested. Joseph is not told what he is charged with, and despite being "arrested," is allowed to remain free and go to work. But despite the strange nature of his arrest, Joseph soon learns that his trial, however odd, is very real, and tries desperately to spare himself from the court's judgement.
Who’s in it. The Trial stars Kyle MacLachlan as Josef K, Anthony Hopkins as The Priest, Jason Robards as Doctor Huld and Juliet Stevenson as Fraulein Burstner, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, The Trial has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $119.3K at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Trial page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Trial tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Trial (1993)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Trial change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Trial worth watching?
- The Trial holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Trial?
- The Trial stars Kyle MacLachlan, Anthony Hopkins, Jason Robards, Juliet Stevenson and Polly Walker.
- When was The Trial released?
- The Trial was released in 1993, with a runtime of about 118 minutes.