Presumed Innocent (1990): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Where to Watch
Presumed Innocent is a 1990 mystery thriller directed by Alan J. Pakula, starring Harrison Ford, Brian Dennehy and Paul Winfield. It is based on Presumed Innocent by Scott Turow. It runs 2 hours 7 minutes and earned $221.3 million worldwide. It holds 68% on TMDB. Stream it on Hoopla and Howdy, or rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
- Released
- Runtime
- 2h 7m (127 min)
- Director
- Alan J. Pakula
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Warner Bros.
- Based on
- Presumed Innocent by Scott Turow
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Presumed Innocent About?
The premise of Presumed Innocent without spoilers, adapted from Presumed Innocent by Scott Turow. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
In the legal system, a shocking murder plunges prosecutor Raymond Horgan's office into turmoil. His deputy, Rusty Sabitch, finds himself the prime suspect in the brutal rape and murder of Carolyn Polhemus, a colleague with whom he had a secret affair. As the investigation unfolds, Rusty must fight to prove his innocence while confronting the complexities of his relationship with the victim and the intense scrutiny of his peers.
Presumed Innocent Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- adultery
- neo noir
- framed for murder
- blackmail
- regret
- obsessive love
- female frontal nudity
- murder confession
- lust
- murder investigation
- dysfunctional marriage
- husband wife relationship
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- jealousy
- murder suspect
- memory
- murder
- lawyer
- courtroom
- police detective
- moral dilemma
- detroit michigan
- crime of passion
- voice over narration
- judge
- district attorney
- miscarriage of justice
- extramarital affair
- based on novel
- surprise ending
- woman murders a woman
- scene of the crime
- wraparound prologue and epilogue
- betrayal by a friend
- bribery
- corrupt judge
- female rear nudity
- crying man
- election campaign
- ambitious woman
- colleague colleague relationship
- murderess
- toolshed
- kissing while having sex
- mother son relationship
- sex with a colleague
- promiscuous woman
- hammer
- boy
- obsession
- breakup
Where to Watch Presumed Innocent
Stream it on Hoopla and Howdy, or rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. US availability and prices from JustWatch.
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Presumed Innocent Cast
Harrison Ford leads the cast, with Brian Dennehy and Paul Winfield. Directed by Alan J. Pakula; 10 actors are credited in all.
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Director Alan J. Pakula
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Presumed Innocent holds 68% on TMDB.
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TMDB 68% User score
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Presumed Innocent Plot Summary
What happens in Presumed Innocent from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
As the steadfast right-hand man of District Attorney Raymond Horgan, Rozat “Rusty” Sabich finds himself embroiled in a high-stakes murder investigation that threatens to unravel both his career and personal life. The brutal discovery of his colleague, Carolyn Polhemus, in her apartment sets off a horrifying chain of events that challenge Rusty’s resolve as both a prosecutor and a man confronting his own secrets.
Initially, Detective Harold Greer spearheads the investigation, but Rusty’s influence quickly brings his friend Dan Lipranzer into the fold. Rusty’s motivations are twofold: he wants to keep his relationship with Carolyn hidden while simultaneously distancing himself as a potential suspect. But Raymond Horgan isn’t pleased with Rusty’s management of the case, especially given his complicated history with the victim.
Full summary
The whole story of Presumed Innocent, scene by scene
Presumed Innocent Box Office
Presumed Innocent grossed $221.3 million worldwide. $86.3 million came from the US and Canada and $135 million (61%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$221.3M
- US & Canada
- $86.3M
- International
- $135M
Presumed Innocent Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Presumed Innocent.
How Well Do You Know Presumed Innocent?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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Cars in Presumed Innocent
11 cars on screen, including the 1987 Chevrolet Caprice and the 1985 Dodge Aries K.
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1984 Dodge Diplomat Minor role
Presumed Innocent Also Known As
29 alternative titles, including “Presunto innocente” and “Acima de Qualquer Suspeita”.
- Also known as
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- Presunto innocente
- Acima de Qualquer Suspeita
- Måske uskyldig
- Presunto inocente
- 推定無罪
- 推定无罪
- Misstänkt för mord
- Se presume inocente
- Aus Mangel an Beweisen
- Présumé innocent
- Презумпция невиновности
- 无罪的罪人
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- Недоказана кривица
- Ártatlanságra ítélve
- בחזקת חף מפשע
- Podezření
- Presumível Inocente
- Şüphe Altında
- Αθώος Μέχρι Αποδείξεως του Εναντίου
- Uznany za Niewinnego
- Невинен до доказване на противното
- 의혹
- Pripažintas nekaltu
- Kunnes toisin todistetaan
- بیگناه
- 無罪的罪人
- Презумпція невинності
- Presumpte innocent
- แหกกฎบริสุทธิ์
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Presumed Innocent FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Box Office
Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch, box office, ratings and the book behind it of Presumed Innocent, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Presumed Innocent?
Presumed Innocent runs 2 hours 7 minutes (127 minutes).
When was Presumed Innocent released?
Presumed Innocent was released on July 27, 1990.
Who directed Presumed Innocent?
Presumed Innocent was directed by Alan J. Pakula.
More films by Alan J. Pakula Who is in the cast of Presumed Innocent?
Presumed Innocent stars Harrison Ford, Brian Dennehy and Paul Winfield, among 10 credited actors.
Where can I watch Presumed Innocent?
In the US, Presumed Innocent is streaming on Hoopla, Howdy and Plex and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home (availability from JustWatch).
How much did Presumed Innocent make at the box office?
Presumed Innocent grossed $221.3 million worldwide ($86.3 million domestic, $135 million international).
How is Presumed Innocent rated?
Presumed Innocent has 68% on TMDB.
Is Presumed Innocent based on a book?
Yes. Presumed Innocent is adapted from Presumed Innocent by Scott Turow.
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