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The Witness for the Prosecution

2016·Show
2Episodes in1Season·NR
69
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IMDb7.0
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IMDb7.0
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Immersive world, strong craft.

Energy

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension8
  • Adrenaline4
  • Fast Pace4

Heart

Moving

  • Pathos7
  • Melancholy6
  • Family Dynamics6

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay7
  • Cringe Humor3
  • Dark Humor2

World

Mystery, history, and crime

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • World Immersion8
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout storytelling, performances, and dialogue

  • Narrative Structure9
  • Intrigue9
  • Acting8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition6

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About

The hunt is on to find the murderer of a wealthy glamorous heiress who is found dead in her London townhouse. Based on the short story by Agatha Christie.
Agatha Christie AdaptationTwisted Courtroom DramaPeriod MysteryPsychological SuspenseUnreliable NarratorIntricate PlottingMoral AmbiguityNoir ElementsStunning Revelations

Crew

Directed by:
Julian Jarrold
Written by:
Sarah Phelps
Produced by:
Colin Wratten
Composed by:
Paul Englishby

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream The Witness for the Prosecution legally?

Spectrum On Demand

The Witness for the Prosecution is included with a subscription to Spectrum On Demand in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Witness for the Prosecution worth watching?

69
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 70/100 (IMDb 7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Witness for the Prosecution rated?

NRViolenceSexual content

It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: violence and sexual content.

How many seasons does The Witness for the Prosecution have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 2 episodes of about 60 minutes each.

Is The Witness for the Prosecution based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

When did The Witness for the Prosecution air?

It ran from 2016 to 2016 and has ended.

What language is The Witness for the Prosecution in?

EnglishFrench

It was made in English, with some French. Produced in United Kingdom, United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Witness for the Prosecution?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Witness for the Prosecution in 12 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Witness for the Prosecution use?

Mythology GagAdaptational VillainyAdaptation Name ChangeActor AllusionPsycho LesbianTruer to the TextDeath by AdaptationAdaptational Angst UpgradeAwful Wedded LifeDarker and EdgierNamed by the Adaptation"The Reason You Suck" Speechand 4 more

TV Tropes lists 16 storytelling tropes for The Witness for the Prosecution, including Mythology Gag, Adaptational Villainy, Adaptation Name Change.