The Accused
"The first scream was for help. The second is for justice."
Originally released in 1988. The Accused is a crime/drama film. directed by Jonathan Kaplan.
Starring Jodie Foster, Kelly McGillis, and Bernie Coulson
Synopsis
Out drinking one night after a fight with her boyfriend, three men brutally rape Sarah Tobias in a bar while people watch and cheer. District Attorney Kathryn Murphy takes the case; however, she allows the rapists to receive a mild sentence. A distraught Sarah decides to seek punishment for the men who witnessed and encouraged the rape. To get justice, Sarah must take the stand and revisit the night of her attack.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 14, 1988
37 years ago
Runtime
1h 51m
111 minutes total
User Rating
7.1/10
Great (658 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Jodie Foster
as Sarah Tobias
Kelly McGillis
as Kathryn Murphy
Bernie Coulson
as Ken Joyce
Leo Rossi
as Cliff 'Scorpion' Albrect
Ann Hearn
as Sally Fraser
Carmen Argenziano
as D.A. Paul Rudolph
Steve Antin
as Bob Joiner
Tom O'Brien
as Larry
Peter Van Norden
as Attorney Paulsen
Terry David Mulligan
as Lieutenant Duncan
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Paramount Pictures
- Jaffe-Lansing
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Accused about?
Out drinking one night after a fight with her boyfriend, three men brutally rape Sarah Tobias in a bar while people watch and cheer. District Attorney Kathryn Murphy takes the case; however, she al...
Who directed The Accused?
The Accused was directed by Jonathan Kaplan.
How long is The Accused?
The Accused has a runtime of 1 hours and 51 minutes (111 minutes total).
When was The Accused released?
The Accused was released on October 14, 1988 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Accused?
The main cast of The Accused includes Jodie Foster, Kelly McGillis, Bernie Coulson, Leo Rossi, Ann Hearn.
Is The Accused worth watching?
The Accused has a user rating of 7.1/10 based on 658 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.