The Seventh Juror (1962): cast, story & where to watch

1962 · Film · ★ 6.9

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Released in 1962, The Seventh Juror is a thriller, drama and crime film directed by Georges Lautner, running about 105 minutes. “She was the victim...and he was...” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. In a moment of madness a middle-aged, married and respectable pharmacist kills a young woman who is sun-bathing by a lake. Unable to take in what he has done, he flees from the scene of the crime and behaves as if nothing has happened. Eventually her boyfriend is charged with the crime and, in a strange twist of fate, the killer finds himself serving on the jury.

Who’s in it. The Seventh Juror stars Bernard Blier as Grégoire Duval, pharmacien, Maurice Biraud as Le docteur Hess, vétérinaire, Francis Blanche as Le procureur général and Danièle Delorme as Genviève Duval, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, The Seventh Juror 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 Seventh Juror page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Seventh Juror tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Seventh Juror (1962)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Seventh Juror change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Seventh Juror worth watching?
The Seventh Juror holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Seventh Juror?
The Seventh Juror stars Bernard Blier, Maurice Biraud, Francis Blanche, Danièle Delorme and Jacques Riberolles.
When was The Seventh Juror released?
The Seventh Juror was released in 1962, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.