description Runaway Jury Overview
Runaway Jury is a 2003 legal thriller based on John Grisham’s novel. The film depicts a contest between lawyers, including Dustin Hoffman and Gene Hackman, over a high-profile trial involving a gun manufacturer. A juror's attempts to influence the verdict through his relationship with another juror create escalating tension.
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info Runaway Jury Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 2003 |
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Is Runaway Jury based on a John Grisham book?
Yes. The 2003 film adapts John Grisham's legal thriller novel Runaway Jury, although the movie changes parts of the original story and character setup.
What trial is at the center of Runaway Jury?
The case involves a gun manufacturer facing a high-profile lawsuit. Juror Nicholas Easter, played by John Cusack, and his partner Marlee, played by Rachel Weisz, attempt to influence the verdict while lawyers manipulate the jury from opposite sides.
Who plays the rival lawyers in Runaway Jury?
Gene Hackman plays jury consultant Rankin Fitch, who works for the gun manufacturer, while Dustin Hoffman plays plaintiff's attorney Wendell Rohr. Gary Fleder directed the film.
What does the title Runaway Jury mean?
The title refers to a jury that appears vulnerable to outside influence rather than literally escaping a courtroom. The 2003 thriller focuses on jury selection, manipulation, and the struggle to control a verdict.
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