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12 Angry Men (1957)

1957 film directed by Sidney Lumet.

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12 Angry Men (1957)
Year
1957
Released
April 10, 1957
Runtime
95 min
Genres
Drama
Countries
United States
Original language
English
Director
Sidney Lumet
Writer
Reginald Rose
Music
Kenyon Hopkins
Awards
4 won · 9 nominations

Plot

12 Angry Men is a 1957 American legal drama film directed by Sidney Lumet in his feature directorial debut, adapted by Reginald Rose from his 1954 teleplay. A critique of the American jury system during the McCarthy era, the film tells the story of a jury of twelve men as they deliberate the conviction or acquittal of…

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Frequently asked questions

Who directed 12 Angry Men?

12 Angry Men was directed by Sidney Lumet.

When was 12 Angry Men released?

12 Angry Men was first released on April 10, 1957.

How long is 12 Angry Men?

12 Angry Men runs 95 minutes.

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