On Trial
“YOU SIT ON THE JURY! you...DECIDE THE FATE OF A MAN WHO IS FIGHTING FOR HIS LIFE!”
Synopsis
An ambitious attorney (Edward Norris) tries to prove a man (John Litel) who killed to protect his wife's (Margaret Lindsay) honor was justified.
Top Cast
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Margaret Lindsay
Mae Strickland
John Litel
Robert Strickland
Edward Norris
William Arbuckle
Janet Chapman
Doris Strickland
James Stephenson
Gerald Trask
Larry Williams
Mr. Glover
William B. Davidson
Mr. Gray
Earl Dwire
Judge
Gordon Hart
Dr. Morgan
Charles Trowbridge
Harry Dean
Sidney Bracey
Joe Burke
Kenneth Harlan
Mr. John Trumbell - Juror #3
Vera Lewis
Mrs. Leeds-Juror #8
Nat Carr
Clerk
Stuart Holmes
Mr. Summers - Juror #6
Cliff Saum
Bailiff
Nedda Harrigan
Joan Trask
John Ridgely
Radio Announcer (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 1, 1939
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Terry O. Morse
- Screenplay & Story
- Don Ryan
- Original Score
- Bernhard Kaun
- Original Title
- On Trial
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 1m
- Production Studios
- Warner Bros. Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Terry O. Morse
Don Ryan, Elmer Rice
Bernhard Kaun
L. William O'Connell
James Gibbon
Department Leadership Roster
Don Ryan
Screenplay
Terry O. Morse
Director
James Gibbon
Editor
L. William O'Connell
Director of Photography
Bernhard Kaun
Original Music Composer
Howard Shoup
Costume Design
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for On Trial.
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Frequently Asked Questions About On Trial
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is On Trial 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 directed On Trial?
On Trial was directed by Terry O. Morse.
Who stars in On Trial?
The principal cast of On Trial includes Margaret Lindsay, John Litel, Edward Norris, Janet Chapman, James Stephenson.
When was On Trial released and how long is it?
On Trial was released in 1939 with a total runtime of 1h 1m.
Who composed the musical score for On Trial?
The original motion picture soundtrack for On Trial was composed by Bernhard Kaun.