The World Was His Jury (1958): cast, story & where to watch
1958 · Film · ★ 5.9

Released in 1958, The World Was His Jury is a drama and crime film directed by Fred F. Sears, running about 82 minutes. “Incredible frame-up explodes into a disaster at sea!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A sea captain stands trial for manslaughter after 162 people are killed in a fire aboard his cruise ship. Director Fred F. Sears' 1958 drama stars Edmond O'Brien, Robert McQueeney, Paul Birch, Mona Freeman and Karin Booth.
Who’s in it. The World Was His Jury stars Edmond O'Brien as David Carson, Mona Freeman as Robin Carson, Karin Booth as Polly Barrett and Robert McQueeney as Captain Jeremy 'Jerry' Barrett, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, The World Was His Jury 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 World Was His Jury page.
If you liked it. Fans of The World Was His Jury tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The World Was His Jury (1958)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The World Was His Jury change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The World Was His Jury worth watching?
- The World Was His Jury holds an audience score of 5.9 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 The World Was His Jury?
- The World Was His Jury stars Edmond O'Brien, Mona Freeman, Karin Booth, Robert McQueeney and Paul Birch.
- When was The World Was His Jury released?
- The World Was His Jury was released in 1958, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.
