Gideon's Trumpet

1980 | 104 minutes | 6.2 ★ (10)

Gideon's Trumpet
  • Overview

    True story of Clarence Gideon's fight to be appointed counsel at the expense of the state. This landmark case led to the Supreme Court's decision which extended this right to all criminal defendants.

  • Release Date

    30 April 1980

  • DirectingRobert L. Collins
  • Budget

    $0.00

  • Revenue

    $0.00

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