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Portia on Trial (1937)

Movie ★ 5.8 72 min

Lady lawyer Portia Merryman defends woebegone Elizabeth Manners, who is on trial for shooting her lover Earle Condon. Ironically, Portia herself had once had a relationship with Earle Condon, but Earle's father, powerful publisher John Condon, forced them apart. She has a pretty good idea of what is going on in Elizabeth's head, since she herself was on the verge of killing Earle Condon when his father ruthlessly took custody of her illegitimate son. As Portia toils and strains to free her client, she carries on a romance with Dan Foster -- the attorney for the prosecution. LA Law and The Practice have nothing on this one!

George Nichols Jr. Director

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Quick facts

Released
November 8, 1937
Runtime
72 min
IMDb
tt0029433
Language

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Frequently asked questions

What is Portia on Trial about?
Lady lawyer Portia Merryman defends woebegone Elizabeth Manners, who is on trial for shooting her lover Earle Condon. Ironically, Portia herself had once had a relationship with Earle Condon, but Earle's father, powerful publisher John Condon, forced them apart. She has a pretty good idea of what is going on in Elizabeth's head, since she herself was on the verge of killing Earle Condon when his father ruthlessly took custody of her illegitimate son. As Portia toils and strains to free her client, she carries on a romance with Dan Foster -- the attorney for the prosecution. LA Law and The Practice have nothing on this one!
Who directed Portia on Trial?
Portia on Trial was directed by George Nichols Jr..
Who stars in Portia on Trial?
Portia on Trial stars Walter Abel, Frieda Inescort, Neil Hamilton, Heather Angel.
When was Portia on Trial released?
Portia on Trial is a 1937 crime, drama film.
Where can I watch Portia on Trial?
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