A Time to Kill 1996
"Experience a time you'll never forget."
In Joel Schumacher's gripping courtroom drama *A Time to Kill (1996)*, a Mississippi attorney takes on an impossible case when he defends a grieving father accused of murdering his daughter's attackers.
Director: Joel Schumacher
Cast
Matthew McConaughey
Jake Brigance
Sandra Bullock
Ellen Roark
Samuel L. Jackson
Carl Lee Hailey
Kevin Spacey
Rufus Buckley
Ashley Judd
Carla Brigance
Donald Sutherland
Lucien Wilbanks
Oliver Platt
Harry Rex Vonner
Charles S. Dutton
Ozzie Walls
Brenda Fricker
Ethel Twitty
Kiefer Sutherland
Freddie Lee Cobb
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Time to Kill (1996) about?
*A Time to Kill* follows a small-town lawyer who must defend a Black father accused of murdering two white men after they raped his young daughter. The case becomes a flashpoint for racial hatred and vigilante justice in the Deep South, forcing the community to confront its darkest prejudices.
Who directed A Time to Kill?
The film was directed by Joel Schumacher, known for his work on gritty dramas and blockbuster thrillers.
Who stars in A Time to Kill?
The cast includes Matthew McConaughey as Jake Brigance, Samuel L. Jackson as Carl Lee Hailey, Sandra Bullock as Ellen Roark, Kevin Spacey, and Ashley Judd.
Is A Time to Kill (1996) worth watching?
*A Time to Kill* is a gripping courtroom drama with strong performances and high stakes, though its length may test some viewers. If you enjoy legal thrillers with social themes, it's a compelling pick that doesn't shy away from difficult questions.
How long is A Time to Kill?
The film runs for 149 minutes, or approximately 2 hours and 29 minutes.
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About A Time to Kill (1996) — A Racial Injustice Thriller with Matthew McConaughey & Samuel L. Jackson
In Joel Schumacher's gripping courtroom drama *A Time to Kill (1996)*, a Mississippi attorney takes on an impossible case when he defends a grieving father accused of murdering his daughter's attackers. Based on John Grisham's novel, the film unfolds against the simmering racial tensions of the American South, where justice and vengeance collide in a high-stakes trial that ignites the resurgence of the KKK. With its relentless pacing and moral complexity, the movie immerses viewers in a world where guilt, retribution, and the law blur into one explosive confrontation.
Matthew McConaughey delivers a career-defining performance as Jake Brigance, the idealistic young lawyer navigating prejudice and violence to secure a future for his client. Joined by powerhouse co-stars Sandra Bullock and Samuel L. Jackson, the ensemble brings raw intensity to a story that challenges the boundaries of right and wrong. A masterclass in tension and storytelling, *A Time to Kill* remains a powerful exploration of justice, race, and redemption.
