Double Jeopardy 1992
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 99 minutes
- Director
- Lawrence Schiller
- Networks
- Boxleitner/Bernstein Productions, CBS Productions
- Where to Stream
- Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Howdy Amazon Channel
What is Double Jeopardy?
Double Jeopardy is a 1992 television thriller film directed by Lawrence Schiller. The production stars actors Rachel Ward and Bruce Boxleitner.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1992
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 99 minutes
- Release date
- Nov 21, 1992
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Boxleitner/Bernstein Productions, CBS Productions
- Genres
- Thriller, TV Movie
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 5.2/10 from 14 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~99 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Boxleitner/Bernstein Productions, CBS Productions
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Double Jeopardy is a 1992 television thriller film directed by Lawrence Schiller. The production stars actors Rachel Ward and Bruce Boxleitner. The story is set in Salt Lake City and follows a family man who finds himself caught in a complex legal situation. When his lover is accused of murder, the man serves as her eyewitness. Complicating the circumstances further, the man’s wife acts as the defense attorney for the accused woman. The film, which has a runtime of one hour and thirty-nine minutes, was released in the United States on November 21, 1992. It is categorized as a thriller and a television movie. The project is distinct from a later documentary titled The Making of Double Jeopardy, which was released in 2000. As a television production, the film explores the tensions surrounding a murder trial involving personal connections and legal representation. The narrative centers on the conflicting roles of the husband and wife as they navigate the accusations brought against the man's lover within the judicial system.
Should you watch it?
“A family man finds his loyalties tested when his lover is accused of murder.”
- Features a tense premise involving a complex legal and personal entanglement.
- Showcases a high-stakes conflict between a husband and his wife who serves as defense counsel.
- Explores the moral dilemmas faced by an eyewitness in a murder investigation.
- The narrative premise may feel limited by the specific legal constraints of the central conflict.
Watch it if you enjoy legal thrillers that focus on the intersection of personal relationships and criminal law.
The film maintains a serious tone consistent with the thriller genre, featuring a deliberate pace suitable for viewers who appreciate character-driven legal dramas.
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Is this film worth watching?
It is worth watching for fans of 1990s legal thrillers and character-driven dramas involving complex personal relationships.
How long is the film?
The film has a running time of one hour and thirty-nine minutes.
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Availability for streaming varies by region and platform, so check your local digital service providers for current access.
Is this a long commitment?
With a runtime of less than two hours, it is a concise viewing experience that can be completed in a single sitting.
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