Motley's Law (2015): cast, story & where to watch

2015 · Film · ★ 5.6

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Released in 2015, Motley's Law is a documentary film directed by Nicole Nielsen Horanyi, running about 84 minutes.

What it’s about. This captivating documentary follows tough-as-nails lawyer (and former Mrs. Wisconsin) Kimberley Motley, the only American allowed to practice law in Afghanistan. Motley defends US and European citizens caught in the country’s legal and political quagmire, even as she finds herself under threat of assassination. While Motley brazenly chastises Afghani judges on behalf of her clients, she must also balance the needs of her family a world away.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, Motley's Law has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Motley's Law page.

If you liked it. Fans of Motley's Law tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Motley's Law (2015)?
In US, Motley's Law is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Motley's Law worth watching?
Motley's Law holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
When was Motley's Law released?
Motley's Law was released in 2015, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.