The Witness for the Defense
“Out there in the Indian jungle, her beast of a husband, murdered. The evidence all against her. Her love, her hopes, shattered and buried in England. The verdict would matter little after all. Then came the witness for the defense!”
Synopsis
Stella Derrick and Dick Hazelwood love each other, but their families want them to make better financial matches.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 14, 1919
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- George Fitzmaurice
- Screenplay & Story
- Ouida Bergère
- Original Title
- The Witness for the Defense
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 59m
- Production Studios
- Paramount Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
George Fitzmaurice
Ouida Bergère, A.E.W. Mason
Department Leadership Roster
Ouida Bergère
Screenplay
George Fitzmaurice
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Witness for the Defense
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What is The Witness for the Defense about?
Stella Derrick and Dick Hazelwood love each other, but their families want them to make better financial matches.
Who directed The Witness for the Defense?
The Witness for the Defense was directed by George Fitzmaurice.
Who stars in The Witness for the Defense?
The principal cast of The Witness for the Defense includes Elsie Ferguson, Vernon Steele, Warner Oland, Wyndham Standing, George Fitzgerald.
When was The Witness for the Defense released and how long is it?
The Witness for the Defense was released in 1919 with a total runtime of 59m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Witness for the Defense?
The Witness for the Defense holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).