The Verdict (1982)
Frank Galvin has one last chance to do something right.
Storyline
Frank Galvin is a down-on-his-luck lawyer and reduced to drinking and ambulance chasing, when a former associate reminds him of his obligations in a medical malpractice suit by serving it to Galvin on a silver platter—all parties are willing to settle out of court. Blundering his way through the preliminaries, Galvin suddenly realizes that the case should actually go to court—to punish the guilty, to get a decent settlement for his clients... and to restore his standing as a lawyer.
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Movie Details
| Original title | The Verdict |
|---|---|
| Release date | Dec 17, 1982 |
| Status | Released |
| Keywords | affectation, coma, alcoholic, courtroom, courtroom drama, boston, massachusetts, redemption, lawyer, court, defense attorney, pinball machine, medical malpractice |
FAQ
What is The Verdict about?
Frank Galvin is a down-on-his-luck lawyer and reduced to drinking and ambulance chasing, when a former associate reminds him of his obligations in a medical malpractice suit by serving it to Galvin on a silver platter—all parties are willing to settle out of court. Blundering his way through the preliminaries, Galvin suddenly realizes that the case should actually go to court—to punish the guilty, to get a decent settlement for his clients... and to restore his standing as a lawyer.
When was The Verdict released?
The Verdict was released on Dec 17, 1982 (status: Released).
Who directed The Verdict?
Sidney Lumet directed The Verdict.
What is the TMDB rating of The Verdict?
The Verdict has a TMDB rating of 7.5/10 from 769 votes.