Trial Run (1969): cast, story & where to watch
1969 · Film
Released in 1969, Trial Run is a drama and tv movie film directed by William A. Graham, running about 120 minutes. “His middle name was "ruthless" - but he was called other names, too!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A slice-of-life drama involving a young lawyer, his adoring secretary who tries to help to advance his career, and his employer, a famed lawyer burdened with an unfaithful wife.
Who’s in it. Trial Run stars James Franciscus as Louis Coleman, Janice Rule as Lucille Harkness, Leslie Nielsen as Jason Harkness and Diane Baker as Carole Trenet, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Trial Run page.
If you liked it. Fans of Trial Run tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Trial Run (1969)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Trial Run change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Trial Run?
- Trial Run stars James Franciscus, Janice Rule, Leslie Nielsen, Diane Baker and John Vernon.
- When was Trial Run released?
- Trial Run was released in 1969, with a runtime of about 120 minutes.