Trial (1955): cast, story & where to watch
1955 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 1955, Trial is a drama film directed by Mark Robson, running about 105 minutes. “Tense! Timely! Thrilling!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A Mexican boy accused of rape and murder becomes a pawn for Communists and red-baiters. A courtroom drama set in 1947 and underlying post-WW2 acute problems facing the USA such as stormy race relations and the growing threat of local communism.
Who’s in it. Trial stars Glenn Ford as David Blake, Dorothy McGuire as Abbe Nyle, Arthur Kennedy as Barney Castle and John Hodiak as District Attorney John J. Armstrong, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Trial 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 Trial page.
If you liked it. Fans of Trial tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Trial (1955)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Trial change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Trial worth watching?
- Trial holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Trial?
- Trial stars Glenn Ford, Dorothy McGuire, Arthur Kennedy, John Hodiak and Katy Jurado.
- When was Trial released?
- Trial was released in 1955, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.