A Cry for Justice
Synopsis
Due to hasty investigations and questionable methods of two police sergeants, two hoodlums are convicted for a robbery in which a patrolman was seriously injured. Years later, one of the two cops gets on the trail of the real culprits. To enforce justice, he makes himself unpopular with his department and his colleague, who want to cover up the embarrassing mistake
Top Cast
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Dennis Weaver
Sgt. Ted Bentley
Diana Muldaur
Jessica Bentley
Nehemiah Persoff
Dr. Burke
Larry Hagman
Dwight Sheppard
Sharon Acker
Barbara Price
Michael Conrad
Johnny Badchuik
Jerry Douglas
Investigator Johnson
Biff McGuire
Judge Richards
Don Mitchell
Investigator Ulrick
Robert Culp
Sgt. Price
Virginia Vincent
Mrs. Hall
Don 'Red' Barry
Virgil Hall
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 23, 1979
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Bob Kelljan
- Screenplay & Story
- Calvin Clements Jr.
- Original Score
- Richard Shores
- Original Title
- A Cry for Justice
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 0m
- Production Studios
- David Gerber Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Bob Kelljan
Calvin Clements Jr.
Richard Shores
Arthur Hilton
David Gerber
Department Leadership Roster
Bob Kelljan
Director
Arthur Hilton
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Cry for Justice
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What is A Cry for Justice about?
Due to hasty investigations and questionable methods of two police sergeants, two hoodlums are convicted for a robbery in which a patrolman was seriously injured. Years later, one of the two cops gets on the trail of the real culprits. To enforce justice, he makes himself unpopular with his department and his colleague, who want to cover up the embarrassing mistake
Who directed A Cry for Justice?
A Cry for Justice was directed by Bob Kelljan.
Who stars in A Cry for Justice?
The principal cast of A Cry for Justice includes Dennis Weaver, Diana Muldaur, Nehemiah Persoff, Larry Hagman, Sharon Acker.
When was A Cry for Justice released and how long is it?
A Cry for Justice was released in 1979 with a total runtime of 2h 0m.
Who composed the musical score for A Cry for Justice?
The original motion picture soundtrack for A Cry for Justice was composed by Richard Shores.