On Trial

1939 | 61 minutes | 5.5 ★ (3)

On Trial
  • Overview

    An ambitious attorney (Edward Norris) tries to prove a man (John Litel) who killed to protect his wife's (Margaret Lindsay) honor was justified.

  • Release Date

    01 April 1939

  • DirectingTerry O. Morse
  • Budget

    $0.00

  • Revenue

    $0.00

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