Where can I watch Portia on Trial (1937)?

Streaming, rental and purchase options for Portia on Trial change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.

Is Portia on Trial worth watching?

Portia on Trial holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.

Who stars in Portia on Trial?

Portia on Trial stars Walter Abel, Frieda Inescort, Neil Hamilton, Heather Angel and Ruth Donnelly.

When was Portia on Trial released?

Portia on Trial was released in 1937, with a runtime of about 72 minutes.

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Portia on Trial (1937): cast, story & where to watch

1937 · Film · ★ 5

Released in 1937, Portia on Trial is a drama and crime film directed by George Nichols Jr., running about 72 minutes. “Will Not Interest Children!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Lady lawyer Portia Merryman (Frieda Inescourt) defends woebegone Elizabeth Manners (Heather Angel), who is on trial for shooting her lover Earle Condon (Neil Hamilton). Ironically, Portia herself had once had a relationship with Earle Condon, but Earle's father, powerful publisher John Condon (Clarence Kolb), forced them apart. She has a pretty good idea of what is going on in Elizabeth's head, since she herself was on the verge of killing Earle Condon when his father ruthlessly took custody of her illegitimate son. As Portia toils and strains to free her client, she carries on a romance with Dan Foster (Walter Abel) -- the attorney for the prosecution. LA Law and The Practice have nothing on this one!

Who’s in it. Portia on Trial stars Walter Abel as Dan Foster, Frieda Inescort as Portia Merriman, Neil Hamilton as Earle Condon and Heather Angel as Elizabeth Manners, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Portia on Trial has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Portia on Trial page.

If you liked it. Fans of Portia on Trial tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

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Where can I watch Portia on Trial (1937)?: Streaming, rental and purchase options for Portia on Trial change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Portia on Trial worth watching?: Portia on Trial holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Portia on Trial?: Portia on Trial stars Walter Abel, Frieda Inescort, Neil Hamilton, Heather Angel and Ruth Donnelly.
When was Portia on Trial released?: Portia on Trial was released in 1937, with a runtime of about 72 minutes.