Murder in the First (1995) movie poster

Murder in the First (1995)

"The trial that brought down Alcatraz."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 82%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 56% (RT: 56%) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
CrimeDrama

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Director
Marc Rocco
Runtime
2h 2m
Country
France, United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.1/10 (599 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
56%
Cast
Christian Slater as James Stamphill
Kevin Bacon as Henri Young
Gary Oldman as Associate Milton Glenn
Embeth Davidtz as Mary McCasslin
William H. Macy as Bill McNeill
Stephen Tobolowsky as Mr. Henkin
Brad Dourif as Byron Stamphill
Kyra Sedgwick as Blanche
Most people think so. 82% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 599 votes. Critics scored it lower at 56%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
A young, inexperienced public defender is assigned to defend an inmate accused of committing murder while behind bars. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • Christian Slater spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
Audience Consensus

Murder in the First is a 1995 crime, drama film directed by Marc Rocco. A young, inexperienced public defender is assigned to defend an inmate accused of committing murder while behind bars. The film has been rated by 599 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a crime film, Murder in the First delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Murder in the First (1995) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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