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Legal Thriller Film Trivia Quiz

#1

Which legal thriller film features the character Mitch McDeere, a recent Harvard Law School graduate?

The Firm
Explanation

Tom Cruise portrays Mitch McDeere, entangled in corruption at the Bendini, Lambert & Locke law firm.

#2

In the movie 'Primal Fear,' what is the profession of Martin Vail, the protagonist played by Richard Gere?

Defense Attorney
Explanation

Richard Gere plays Martin Vail, a defense attorney in the psychological legal thriller 'Primal Fear.'

#3

Which legal thriller film revolves around a young attorney who defends his cousin in a murder case, despite the overwhelming evidence against him?

A Time to Kill
Explanation

'A Time to Kill' features a powerful performance by Samuel L. Jackson as Carl Lee Hailey, who takes justice into his own hands.

#4

Who directed the film 'A Few Good Men' starring Tom Cruise, Demi Moore, and Jack Nicholson?

Rob Reiner
Explanation

Rob Reiner directed 'A Few Good Men,' a legal drama with an iconic courtroom scene and stellar cast.

#5

Which legal thriller film features the character Arthur Kirkland, a defense attorney who represents a judge accused of rape?

And Justice for All
Explanation

'And Justice for All' stars Al Pacino as Arthur Kirkland, a defense attorney facing moral dilemmas.

#6

In the film 'Philadelphia,' Tom Hanks plays Andrew Beckett, a gay lawyer who sues his former law firm for discrimination. Who portrays his attorney, Joe Miller?

Denzel Washington
Explanation

Denzel Washington takes on the role of Joe Miller, defending Tom Hanks' character in the powerful legal drama 'Philadelphia.'

#7

Which legal thriller film, based on a John Grisham novel, stars Matthew McConaughey as a young attorney who works out of his Lincoln Continental car?

The Lincoln Lawyer
Explanation

'The Lincoln Lawyer' features Matthew McConaughey as Mickey Haller, practicing law from the unique setting of his Lincoln Continental car.

#8

In 'The Pelican Brief,' which actress portrays the character Darby Shaw, a law student who writes a legal brief speculating about the assassinations of two Supreme Court justices?

Julia Roberts
Explanation

Julia Roberts takes on the role of Darby Shaw, a law student caught in a dangerous conspiracy in 'The Pelican Brief.'

#9

Which legal thriller film features a young lawyer, Rudy Baylor, who takes on a powerful insurance company in a case representing a family whose son is denied treatment for leukemia?

The Rainmaker
Explanation

'The Rainmaker' stars Matt Damon as Rudy Baylor, fighting for justice against a ruthless insurance company.

#10

In 'Runaway Jury,' which actor portrays Rankin Fitch, a jury consultant hired to manipulate the outcome of a high-profile trial?

Gene Hackman
Explanation

Gene Hackman plays the manipulative jury consultant Rankin Fitch in the legal thriller 'Runaway Jury.'

#11

Who directed the film 'Runaway Jury,' based on John Grisham's novel, which revolves around a jury manipulating the outcome of a trial?

Gary Fleder
Explanation

Gary Fleder directed 'Runaway Jury,' a legal thriller exploring the manipulation of trial outcomes.

#12

Which legal thriller film stars Al Pacino as a hotshot attorney who gets entangled in a case involving his colleague, played by Keanu Reeves, accused of murdering his wife?

The Devil's Advocate
Explanation

'The Devil's Advocate' features Al Pacino as a charismatic lawyer dealing with a morally challenging case.

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