Defender (2017) : distribution, intrigue et streaming

2017 · Film · ★ 6.5

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Released in 2017, Defender is a documentaire and policier film directed by Jeff Adachi, running about 70 minutes.

What it’s about. Jeff Adachi is a public defender in San Francisco who takes on the misdemeanor case of 22-year-old Michael Smith, who pleaded not guilty in one of the first body camera cases in the city when he was charged with nine counts of resisting arrest. This urgent documentary shows how far Adachi and his team will fight for the young man’s freedom while exposing black-crime bias in ostensibly liberal SF.

Who’s in it. Defender stars Jeff Adachi as Self.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Defender 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 Defender page.

If you liked it. Fans of Defender tend to enjoy One Direction : Le Film, Burn the Stage - The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.

Questions fréquentes

Where can I watch Defender (2017)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Defender change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Defender worth watching?
Defender holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentaire and policier. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Defender?
Defender stars Jeff Adachi.
When was Defender released?
Defender was released in 2017, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.