The film centers on twelve men—Martin Balsam, John Fiedler, Lee J. Cobb, E.G. Marshall, Jack Klugman, Edward Binns, Jack Warden, Henry Fonda, Joseph Sweeney, Ed Begley, George Voskovec, and Robert Webber—as they consider the case of a young man of Spanish-American descent who stands accused of killing his father. The proceedings reveal each juror’s personal beliefs, emotions, biases, and hidden aspects of themselves as time passes. Fonda delivers a remarkable performance, complemented by strong contributions from all eleven other actors; Lee J. Cobb particularly impresses. The writing by Reginald Rose is sharp and engaging, while Sidney Lumet's direction is exceptional. The film contains many scenes that stick with you, along with well-crafted dialogue and character development, making it one of the finest courtroom dramas this viewer has encountered.
On September 27, 2026
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