A Civil Action

1998 • 114 minutes

About this movie

Jan Schlichtmann is a cynical, high-priced personal injury attorney who only takes big-money cases he can safely settle out of court. Though his latest case at first appears straightforward, Schlichtmann soon becomes entangled in an epic legal battle ... one where he's willing to put his career, reputation, and all that he owns on the line for the rights of his clients! Also featuring Robert Duvall, William H. Macy, and John Lithgow -- this gripping, widely acclaimed hit delivers edge-of-your-seat entertainment!

Ratings and reviews

A house of cards or a baseline foundation platform marriged by polis and the misty mountains. - Answer both if the wisdom, knowledge and prowess of power preceeds its engagement of checking with the fifteen. - Blessed bugleanne and the forethkught of times temporium of more than reason and purpose. -Sincerely and respectfully, Nick Edward Barnes - Scruplesink, Ltd. - 2/15/2016 - United States Federal Republic

A good story well told. Great direction and above average performances. Missing a little something but still a good movie.

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