Reasonable Doubt 2014
"Proof is the Burden"
Director Peter Howitt's Reasonable Doubt (2014) transforms a single act of legal negligence into a gripping moral thriller.
Director: Peter Howitt
Cast
Samuel L. Jackson
Clinton Davis
Dominic Cooper
Mitch Brockden
Erin Karpluk
Rachel Brockden
Gloria Reuben
Detective Blake Kanon
Ryan Robbins
Jimmy Logan
Philippe Brenninkmeyer
DA Jones
Dylan Taylor
Stuart Wilson
Lane Styles
Emma
John B. Lowe
Judge G. Mckenna
Jessica Burleson
Secretary
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Reasonable Doubt (2014) about?
Reasonable Doubt follows a prosecuting attorney who, after a fatal hit-and-run, hastily convicts an innocent man to protect his career. Realizing his mistake only after the trial, he races against time to undo the damage before the real killer strikes again.
Who directed Reasonable Doubt?
Reasonable Doubt was directed by Peter Howitt, known for crafting suspenseful narratives that balance legal drama with crime thrills.
Who stars in Reasonable Doubt?
The film stars Samuel L. Jackson as Detective Clinton Boyd, Dominic Cooper as District Attorney Mitch Brockden, Erin Karpluk as Sarah Brockden, and Gloria Reuben as Detective Susan Shepard.
Is Reasonable Doubt (2014) worth watching?
With its tight script and strong performances—particularly from Samuel L. Jackson—Reasonable Doubt delivers a tense 91-minute ride through legal and moral dilemmas. Fans of crime thrillers like The Lincoln Lawyer will appreciate its intelligent pacing and moral complexity.
How long is Reasonable Doubt?
Reasonable Doubt runs for 91 minutes.
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Reasonable Doubt (2014): A Legal Thriller About Wrongful Acquittal — Full Movie Info
Director Peter Howitt's Reasonable Doubt (2014) transforms a single act of legal negligence into a gripping moral thriller. When rising district attorney Mitch Brockden, played by Dominic Cooper, makes a fatal error during a routine hit-and-run investigation, he hastily pins the crime on the wrong suspect to protect his own ambitions. The trial ends in acquittal, but Brockden soon discovers his decision unleashed a predator back on the streets, forcing him to confront the weight of his mistake before more lives are lost.
Samuel L. Jackson delivers a commanding presence as the determined detective racing against time, while Erin Karpluk and Gloria Reuben add depth to the high-stakes investigation. The film blends sharp courtroom tension with the grit of a crime chase, exploring themes of guilt, redemption, and the fragile line between justice and consequence. Atmospheric lighting and relentless pacing keep viewers locked in as the clock ticks down to the next victim.
