Movie

The Defender (Studio One)

★ 7.5(3)19571h 41m

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Good to know

Director: Robert Mulligan
Release date: 1957-02-25
Runtime: 1h 41m
Language: EN
Status: Released

About The Defender (Studio One)

The Defender (Studio One) is a 1957 movie in the Drama and TV Movie genres, directed by Robert Mulligan, starring Ralph Bellamy, Martin Balsam and Steve McQueen. It has a runtime of 1 hour 41 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.5/10 from 3 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Defender (Studio One) in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

The pilot for the television series, "The Defenders." The story of Walter and Kenneth Pearson, a father-and-son legal team. Broadcast as two segments of "Studio One," the story relates how the Pearsons defend a young man accused of killing a woman during a robbery attempt.

Cast

Ralph Bellamy

Walter Preston

Martin Balsam

Francis Toohey

Steve McQueen

Joseph Gordon

Vivian Nathan

Mrs. Gordon

William Shatner

Kenneth Preston

Ian Wolfe

Judge Marsala

David J. Stewart

Dr. Victor Wallach

Russell Hardie

First Guard

Iggie Wolfington

Court Clerk

Arthur Storch

Seymour Miller

Frank Marth

First Reporter

Eileen Ryan

Betsy Fuller

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Defender (Studio One) in Mexico?+

The Defender (Studio One) is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Mexico. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Defender (Studio One) on Netflix?+

The Defender (Studio One) is not on Netflix in Mexico right now.

How long is The Defender (Studio One)?+

The Defender (Studio One) has a runtime of 1 hour 41 minutes (101 minutes).

Who stars in The Defender (Studio One)?+

The Defender (Studio One) stars Ralph Bellamy, Martin Balsam, Steve McQueen, Vivian Nathan and William Shatner.

When did The Defender (Studio One) come out?+

The Defender (Studio One) is a 1957 movie directed by Robert Mulligan.

What genre is The Defender (Studio One)?+

The Defender (Studio One) is Drama and TV Movie film.

Who directed The Defender (Studio One)?+

The Defender (Studio One) was directed by Robert Mulligan.