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1993•118 min•Thriller, Drama

The Trial

Is The Trial a Hit or Flop?

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Is The Trial worth watching? With a rating of 5.917/10, this Thriller, Drama film is a mixed-bag for fans of the genre. Read on for our detailed analysis and user reviews.

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The Trial Synopsis

Joseph K. awakes one morning, to find two strange men in his room, telling him he has been arrested. Joseph is not told what he is charged with, and despite being "arrested," is allowed to remain free and go to work. But despite the strange nature of his arrest, Joseph soon learns that his trial, however odd, is very real, and tries desperately to spare himself from the court's judgement.

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Top Cast

Kyle MacLachlan
Kyle MacLachlanJosef K
Anthony Hopkins
Anthony HopkinsThe Priest
Jason Robards
Jason RobardsDoctor Huld
Juliet Stevenson
Juliet StevensonFraulein Burstner
Polly Walker
Polly WalkerLeni
Alfred Molina
Alfred MolinaTitorelli
David Thewlis
David ThewlisFranz
Michael Kitchen
Michael KitchenBlock
Tony Haygarth
Tony HaygarthWillem
Douglas Hodge
Douglas HodgeInspector

Frequently Asked Questions

Is The Trial worth watching?

The Trial has received mixed reviews with a 5.917/10 rating. It might be worth watching if you're a fan of Thriller, Drama movies.

Is The Trial hit or flop?

The Trial has received average ratings (5.917/10), performing moderately with audiences.

What genre is The Trial?

The Trial is a Thriller, Drama movie that Joseph K. awakes one morning, to find two strange men in his room, telling him he has been arrested. Joseph is not told what he is charged with, and d...

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