Movie

Trial and Error

“The 2nd most outrageous trial of the century”

★ 5.5(90)19971h 38m

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Good to know

Director: Jonathan Lynn
Release date: 1997-05-30
Runtime: 1h 38m
Language: English
Box office: $14,598,571
Budget: $25,000,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: New Line Cinema

Trial and Error — trailer

About Trial and Error

Trial and Error is a 1997 movie in the Comedy and Romance genres, directed by Jonathan Lynn, starring Michael Richards, Jeff Daniels and Charlize Theron. It has a runtime of 1 hour 38 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.5/10 from 90 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Trial and Error in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

When lawyer Charlie is sent to a small Nevada town to file a continuance request for a client, his actor friend Richard turns up to throw a surprise bachelor party celebrating his upcoming marriage to the boss's daughter. When Charlie is too hung-over to make it to court for the hearing, Richard fills in, inadvertently committing felony fraud, and Charlie is left with no choice but to coach the clueless Richard through the whole trial.

Cast

Michael Richards

Richard Rietti

Jeff Daniels

Charles Tuttle

Charlize Theron

Billie Tyler

Jessica Steen

Elizabeth

Austin Pendleton

Judge Paul Z. Graff

Rip Torn

Benny Gibbs

Ali Wentworth

Tiffany

Jennifer Coolidge

Jacqueline

Lawrence Pressman

Whitfield

Dale Dye

Dr. Stone

Max Casella

Dr. Brown

McNally Sagal

Charles' Assistant

Themes & keywords

lawyer

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Trial and Error in Mexico?+

Trial and Error is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Mexico. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Trial and Error on Netflix?+

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How long is Trial and Error?+

Trial and Error has a runtime of 1 hour 38 minutes (98 minutes).

Who stars in Trial and Error?+

Trial and Error stars Michael Richards, Jeff Daniels, Charlize Theron, Jessica Steen and Austin Pendleton.

When did Trial and Error come out?+

Trial and Error is a 1997 movie directed by Jonathan Lynn.

What genre is Trial and Error?+

Trial and Error is Comedy and Romance film.

Who directed Trial and Error?+

Trial and Error was directed by Jonathan Lynn.