The Chair
Synopsis
Follows a crusading lawyer as he embarks on a campaign to save an African-American man, Paul Crump, from the electric chair. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in partnership with The Film Foundation in 2007.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
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Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert Drew, Gregory Shuker, Richard Leacock, D. A. Pennebaker
- Original Title
- The Chair
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 54m
- Production Studios
- Drew Associates
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert Drew, Gregory Shuker, Richard Leacock, D. A. Pennebaker
Joyce Chopra, Ellen Giffard, Patricia Powell
Gregory Shuker, Robert Drew
Department Leadership Roster
Robert Drew
Director
Gregory Shuker
Producer
Joyce Chopra
Editor
Ellen Giffard
Editor
Patricia Powell
Editor
Richard Leacock
Editor
Gregory Shuker
Director
Richard Leacock
Director
D. A. Pennebaker
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Chair
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Chair about?
Follows a crusading lawyer as he embarks on a campaign to save an African-American man, Paul Crump, from the electric chair. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in partnership with The Film Foundation in 2007.
Who directed The Chair?
The Chair was directed by Robert Drew, Gregory Shuker, Richard Leacock, D. A. Pennebaker.
Who stars in The Chair?
The principal cast of The Chair includes Paul Crump, James Lipscomb, Robert Drew, Gregory Shuker, John Macdonald.
When was The Chair released and how long is it?
The Chair was released in 1963 with a total runtime of 54m.