Town on Trial (1957): cast, story & where to watch
1957 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 1957, Town on Trial is a drama, crime and mystery film directed by John Guillermin, running about 95 minutes. “The Secrets and Scandals of a Whole Town Shocked Into the Open...As the Nylon-Stocking Killer Runs Amok!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. When an attractive young girl is murdered, suspicion falls on several members of the local tennis club. It falls to Police Inspector Halloran to sort out all the red herrings, and finally after a confrontation at the top of the local church spire, arrest the culprit. Another fascinating look at what life was like in Britain during the 50's.
Who’s in it. Town on Trial stars John Mills as Supt. Mike Halloran, Charles Coburn as Dr. John Fenner, Barbara Bates as Elizabeth Fenner and Derek Farr as Mark Roper, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, Town on 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 Town on Trial page.
If you liked it. Fans of Town on Trial tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Town on Trial (1957)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Town on Trial change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Town on Trial worth watching?
- Town on Trial holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, crime and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Town on Trial?
- Town on Trial stars John Mills, Charles Coburn, Barbara Bates, Derek Farr and Alec McCowen.
- When was Town on Trial released?
- Town on Trial was released in 1957, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.