Directed by: Sidney Lumet
Starring: Henry Fonda, Lee J. Cobb, Ed Begley, E.G. Marshall, Jack Warden, Martin Balsam, Edward Binns, John Fiedler, Jack Klugman, Joseph Sweeney, George Voskovec, Robert Webber
Contributors: Henry Fonda, Reginald Rose, Kenyon Hopkins, Boris Kaufman
12 Angry Men (1957), directed by Sidney Lumet, is a tense courtroom drama that explores the power of persuasion and the complexities of justice. Adapted from Reginald Rose's television play, the film follows a jury of twelve men who must decide the fate of a young Puerto Rican accused of murder. While eleven jurors quickly vote guilty, Juror 8 (Henry Fonda) challenges their assumptions and calls for further deliberation. As the debate unfolds, the jurors are forced to confront their biases and preconceptions. This gripping film was nominated for Academy Awards for Best Director, Best Picture, and Best Adapted Screenplay.
The Criterion Collection Blu-ray edition features a restored version of this cinematic classic, along with special features that offer a deeper look at the film’s legacy and production.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Director | Sidney Lumet |
| Starring | Henry Fonda, Lee J. Cobb, Ed Begley, E.G. Marshall, Jack Warden, Martin Balsam, Edward Binns, John Fiedler, Jack Klugman, Joseph Sweeney, George Voskovec, Robert Webber |
| Contributors | Henry Fonda, Reginald Rose, Kenyon Hopkins, Boris Kaufman |
| Format | Blu-ray / Restored |
| Studio | Criterion Collection |
| Catalogue No | CC2091BDUK |
| Barcode | 5050629279535 |
| Main Language | English |
| Region | A, B, C |
| Release Date | 15 May 2017 |
| Originally Issued | 1957 |
| No of Discs | 1 |
| Weight | 117g |
| Dimensions | 175 x 15 x 135 (mm) |
| Genre | Modern Classic |
| BBFC Certification | (PG) Parental Guidance |
| Rental/Retail | Retail not for Rental |
| Run Time | 86 minutes |