Anatomy of a Murder

Content Warnings

Overall Severity: ๐ŸŸก 65/100
Total warning time: 5m 55s
Sex/Nudity: ๐ŸŸก 50/100 (2m 15s)
  • ๐Ÿ”ด 70/100 [00:45:30 - 00:46:15] Discussion of rape and sexual assault, with some graphic details.
  • ๐ŸŸก 40/100 [01:20:00 - 01:21:30] References to infidelity and sexual behavior, though not explicit.
Drug Use: ๐ŸŸข 20/100 (30s)
  • ๐ŸŸข 10/100 [00:30:45 - 00:31:00] Brief mention of alcohol consumption.
  • ๐ŸŸข 20/100 [01:50:20 - 01:50:35] Character seen drinking alcohol in a social setting.
Violence: ๐ŸŸก 60/100 (3m)
  • ๐Ÿ”ด 70/100 [00:10:15 - 00:11:30] Discussion of a violent murder, with some graphic details.
  • ๐Ÿ”ด 80/100 [01:35:00 - 01:36:45] Courtroom testimony describing the violent act in detail.
Strong Language: ๐ŸŸก 40/100 (10s)
  • ๐ŸŸก 30/100 [00:25:10 - 00:25:15] Use of mild profanity.
  • ๐ŸŸก 50/100 [01:15:20 - 01:15:25] Use of stronger language in a tense courtroom scene.
Anatomy of a Murder
Year: 1959
Runtime: 161 min
Genre: Crime, Drama, Mystery
IMDB: 8
Meta Score: 95
Votes: 59847
Gross: 11,900,000
Director: Otto Preminger
Stars: James Stewart, Lee Remick, Ben Gazzara, Arthur O'Connell
Overview: In a murder trial, the defendant says he suffered temporary insanity after the victim raped his wife. What is the truth, and will he win his case?

Movie FAQ

Q: Who stars in the movie Anatomy of a Murder (1959)?
A: The movie stars James Stewart, Lee Remick, Ben Gazzara, and Arthur O'Connell.
Q: What is the plot of Anatomy of a Murder (1959)?
A: The film follows a small-town lawyer, Paul Biegler (James Stewart), who defends a U.S. Army lieutenant (Ben Gazzara) accused of murdering a local tavern owner. The case becomes complicated as Biegler uncovers the victim's alleged rape of the lieutenant's wife (Lee Remick).
Q: Who directed Anatomy of a Murder (1959)?
A: The movie was directed by Otto Preminger.
Q: Is Anatomy of a Murder (1959) based on a true story?
A: No, the movie is not based on a true story. It is an adaptation of the 1958 novel of the same name by Robert Traver, which was inspired by a real-life 1952 murder case in Michigan.
Q: What is the significance of Anatomy of a Murder (1959) in film history?
A: Anatomy of a Murder is considered a landmark film for its realistic portrayal of courtroom drama and its frank discussion of topics like rape and mental illness, which were controversial at the time. It was also notable for its jazz score by Duke Ellington.