12 Angry Men
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Overview
During the trial of a man accused of his father's murder, a lone juror takes a stand against the guilty verdict handed down by the others as a result of their preconceptions and prejudices.
Genres
- Drama
- TV Movie
General Information
Release Date: 1997-08-17
Budget: $1750000
Revenue: $2000000
Runtime: 117 min
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