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8.8 / 10(42 votes)IMDbNR20221h 54m$11.2M Worldwide GrossUnited Kingdom

National Theatre Live: Prima Facie

“There are no truths, only legal truths.”

Synopsis

Tessa is a young, brilliant barrister. From working class origins, she has reached the top of her game. An unexpected event forces her to confront the lines where the patriarchal power of the law, burden of proof and morals diverge.

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Type: Trailer • Published 2022-05-27

Release History & Theatrical Window

World Premiere

Suzhou Culture and Arts Centre

Festival / Special Debut

Theatrical Premiere

August 2, 2022

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Financials & Box Office Performance

Released

Production Budget

Undisclosed

Filming & production cost

Worldwide Gross

$11.2M

Total global ticket sales

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Justin Martin, Matthew Amos
Screenplay & Story
Suzie Miller
Original Title
National Theatre Live: Prima Facie
Country of Origin
United Kingdom
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 54m
Worldwide Gross
$11.2M
Production Studios
Empire Street Productions, Faliro House Productions, L.T.D PRODUCTIONS, National Theatre

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Justin Martin, Matthew Amos

Screenplay & Story

Suzie Miller

Producers

Moudhy Al Rashid

Department Leadership Roster

Justin Martin

Director

Suzie Miller

Suzie Miller

Writer

Moudhy Al Rashid

Producer

Matthew Amos

Director

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: NR

NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

International Certification Matrix

United Kingdom (BBFC)15

Suitable only for 15 years and over.

United States (MPAA)NR

Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

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Frequently Asked Questions About National Theatre Live: Prima Facie

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is National Theatre Live: Prima Facie about?

Tessa is a young, brilliant barrister. From working class origins, she has reached the top of her game. An unexpected event forces her to confront the lines where the patriarchal power of the law, burden of proof and morals diverge.

Who directed National Theatre Live: Prima Facie?

National Theatre Live: Prima Facie was directed by Justin Martin, Matthew Amos.

Who stars in National Theatre Live: Prima Facie?

The principal cast of National Theatre Live: Prima Facie includes Jodie Comer.

When was National Theatre Live: Prima Facie released and how long is it?

National Theatre Live: Prima Facie was released in 2022 with a total runtime of 1h 54m.

How much did National Theatre Live: Prima Facie make at the box office?

National Theatre Live: Prima Facie grossed $11.2M in worldwide ticket sales.

What is the age rating and content advisory for National Theatre Live: Prima Facie?

National Theatre Live: Prima Facie holds official age classifications: GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).