On Trial (1939): cast, story & where to watch
1939 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1939, On Trial is a drama film directed by Terry O. Morse, running about 61 minutes. “YOU SIT ON THE JURY! you...DECIDE THE FATE OF A MAN WHO IS FIGHTING FOR HIS LIFE!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An ambitious attorney (Edward Norris) tries to prove a man (John Litel) who killed to protect his wife's (Margaret Lindsay) honor was justified.
Who’s in it. On Trial stars Margaret Lindsay as Mae Strickland, John Litel as Robert Strickland, Edward Norris as William Arbuckle and Janet Chapman as Doris Strickland, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, 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 On Trial page.
If you liked it. Fans of On Trial tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch On Trial (1939)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for On Trial change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is On Trial worth watching?
- On Trial holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in On Trial?
- On Trial stars Margaret Lindsay, John Litel, Edward Norris, Janet Chapman and James Stephenson.
- When was On Trial released?
- On Trial was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 61 minutes.