Chain of Evidence (1957): cast, story & where to watch

1957 · Film · ★ 4.6

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Released in 1957, Chain of Evidence is a drama, crime and mystery film directed by Paul Landres, running about 64 minutes. “MURDER.., SO BRUTAL THE HEADLINES CAN'T TELL THE TRUTH” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A police lieutenant fights to prove a boy's innocence after he's accused of murder. The fourth of five Ben Schwab productions that starred Bill Elliott as a detective lieutenant in the L.A. Sheriff's department.

Who’s in it. Chain of Evidence stars Bill Elliott as Andy Doyle, Jimmy Lydon as Steve Nordstrom (as James Lydon), Don Haggerty as Det. Sgt. Mike Duncan and Claudia Barrett as Harriet Owens, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.6/10, Chain of Evidence has proved divisive with audiences.

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

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Chain of Evidence (1957)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Chain of Evidence change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Chain of Evidence worth watching?
Chain of Evidence holds an audience score of 4.6 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 Chain of Evidence?
Chain of Evidence stars Bill Elliott, Jimmy Lydon, Don Haggerty, Claudia Barrett and Tina Carver.
When was Chain of Evidence released?
Chain of Evidence was released in 1957, with a runtime of about 64 minutes.