The Defenders: Payback
Originally released in 1997. The Defenders: Payback is a crime/drama film. directed by Andy Wolk.
Starring Beau Bridges, E.G. Marshall, and Martha Plimpton
Synopsis
Television movie remake of the 1960s courtroom drama series, "The Defenders." After the death of his eldest son and his partner in the law firm of Preston and Preston, senior partner, Lawrence Preston enlists his granddaughter, M.J, a former prosecutor, and his other son Don, a law professor, to continue the work of ensuring that every individual accused of a crime is entitled to a proper defense. In this telefilm, a father murders the rapist of his young daughter after the man is released from prison and moves back to his old neighborhood. The Prestons take the case even though the father is unrepentent and unwilling to offer the attorneys any help in finding legally mitigating circumstances for his actions.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 12, 1997
28 years ago
Runtime
1h 36m
96 minutes total
User Rating
2.7/10
Mixed (3 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Canada
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Paramount Television
- Showtime Networks
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Defenders: Payback about?
Television movie remake of the 1960s courtroom drama series, "The Defenders." After the death of his eldest son and his partner in the law firm of Preston and Preston, senior partner, Lawrence Pres...
Who directed The Defenders: Payback?
The Defenders: Payback was directed by Andy Wolk.
How long is The Defenders: Payback?
The Defenders: Payback has a runtime of 1 hours and 36 minutes (96 minutes total).
When was The Defenders: Payback released?
The Defenders: Payback was released on October 12, 1997 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Defenders: Payback?
The main cast of The Defenders: Payback includes Beau Bridges, E.G. Marshall, Martha Plimpton, John Larroquette, Roma Maffia.