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Warner Bros. Pictures presents

On Trial

directed by Archie Mayo

“SEE and HEAR WARNER BROS. 100% ALL-TALKING PICTURE”

19281h 31mNRDrama

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Warner Bros. Pictures presents

On Trial

directed by Archie Mayo

“SEE and HEAR WARNER BROS. 100% ALL-TALKING PICTURE”

19281h 31mNRDrama

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§ Synopsis

Drama

A man is put on trial for the murder of his best friend. A young attorney wants to become successful and decides to defend him. However, he is very inexperienced.

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§ Cast

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Pauline Frederick

Pauline Frederick

Bert Lytell

as Robert Strickland

Lois Wilson

as May Strickland

Holmes Herbert

as Gerald Trask

Richard Tucker

as Prosecuting Attorney

Jason Robards Sr.

Jason Robards Sr.

as Defense Attorney

Franklin Pangborn

Franklin Pangborn

Fred Kelsey

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