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Murder in the First • Movie • Rating 7.1 out of 10
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Uploaded in July 2014
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Murder in the First is available to stream on SuperFilmz. In US, it may also be listed on services like Howdy Amazon Channel, Amazon Video and Apple TV Store, depending on licensing. Availability can vary by region, since the film is primarily produced for audiences in France and United States of America. However, you can watch Murder in the First for free on SuperFilmz, with ads.
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What is Murder in the First about?
The trial that brought down Alcatraz. A young, inexperienced public defender is assigned to defend an inmate accused of committing murder while behind bars. It blends crime, drama elements. The film reflects a distinct France style and perspective. The story is brought to life by director Marc Rocco. With a runtime of 2h 2m, it offers a comfortable feature-length experience.
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Cast and crew of Murder in the First
The main cast includes Christian Slater, Kevin Bacon and Gary Oldman. Behind the camera, the film is directed by Marc Rocco, written by Dan Gordon, produced by Marc Frydman and Marc Rocco.
Christian Slater
as James Stamphill
Kevin Bacon
as Henri Young
Gary Oldman
as Associate Milton Glenn
Embeth Davidtz
as Mary McCasslin
William H. Macy
as Bill McNeill
Stephen Tobolowsky
as Mr. Henkin
Brad Dourif
as Byron Stamphill
Kyra Sedgwick
as Blanche
Mia Kirshner
as Rosetta Young
R. Lee Ermey
as Judge Clawson
Stefan Gierasch
as Warden James Humson
Mary Mackey
as Prison Guard's Wife
Gary Ballard
as Alcatraz Guard Swenson
Richie Allan
as Jury Foreman
Ben Slack
as Jerry Hoolihan
Alex Bookston
as Alcatraz Doc
Herb Ritts
as Mike Kelly
Charles Boswell
as Simpson
Tony Barr
as Winthrop
Stuart Nisbet
as Harve
Randy Pelish
as Alcatraz Guard McKeon
Neil Summers
as Alcatraz Guard Whitney
Sonny King
as Alcatraz Guard Wimer
Michael Melvin
as Inmate Arthur 'Doc' Barker
David Michael Sterling
as Inmate Rufus 'Ray' McCain
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