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The Judge

1949·Movie
1h 9min
IMDb6.0

Where to watch

PrimeTubi TV

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The Judge fingerprint

Strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension6
  • Fast Pace6
  • Adrenaline4

Heart

Moving and melancholic

  • Pathos7
  • Melancholy7
  • Catharsis6

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Situational Comedy4
  • Physical Comedy3

World

Everyday modern life and the mind

  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • World Immersion6
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout characters

  • Character Depth8
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition5

Who it's for

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About

Strangest Story in the Annals of Modern Crime! They killed in different ways!

A study of an amoral and sleazy defense lawyer who suddenly tries to "go straight" when he finds out that his tart wife is cheating on him; as well as the similarities he has in life with one of his clients.
Crime DramaLegal ThrillerMoral CorruptionPsychological DepthCharacter StudyRedemption ArcContemporary RealismIntriguing Plot

Crew

Directed by:
Elmer Clifton, Winifred Leah Laurance
Written by:
Elmer Clifton, Samuel Newman, Anson Bond
Produced by:
Anson Bond

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Judge

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Judge legally?

PrimeTubi TV

The Judge is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Judge worth watching?

57
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Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 57/100 (IMDb 6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Judge rated?

Strong language

Content advisories: strong language.

How long is The Judge?

1 h 9 min

The Judge runs 1 h 9 min.

What language is The Judge in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Judge?

3CAGBUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Judge in 3 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Judge use?

Surprise IncestStress VomitDefrosting Ice KingJob TitleManly TearsArmor-Piercing QuestionPotty FailureJerk with a Heart of GoldIronyAlliterative NameEstablishing Character MomentDisappeared Dadand 20 more

TV Tropes lists 32 storytelling tropes for The Judge, including Surprise Incest, Stress Vomit, Defrosting Ice King.