description The Judge Overview
The Judge is a biographical drama centered on Hank Hill, a conservative propane salesman who becomes his estranged son's court-appointed guardian during a manslaughter trial in Texas. Robert Downey Jr. portrays Hill with notable comedic timing while offering a poignant look at family dynamics and the complexities of justice within the American legal system. The film appeals to viewers interested in courtroom dramas, character-driven stories, and explorations of personal relationships against a backdrop of legal proceedings.
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info The Judge Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 2014 |
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Is The Judge with Robert Downey Jr. based on a true story?
No, it's an entirely fictional story written by Bill Dubuque and Nick Schenk, directed by David Dobkin and released by Warner Bros. in 2014. Downey Jr. plays slick Chicago defense attorney Hank Palmer, not the character described in some listings — the propane salesman Hank Hill is from the animated show King of the Hill.
Who stars in The Judge and who plays the judge?
Robert Downey Jr. leads as defense attorney Hank Palmer, while Robert Duvall plays his estranged father, Judge Joseph Palmer, who is put on trial for vehicular manslaughter. The cast also includes Vera Farmiga, Billy Bob Thornton, Vincent D'Onofrio, and Dax Shepard.
Did Robert Duvall win an Oscar for The Judge?
He didn't win, but Duvall earned an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor for the role at the 2015 Oscars. It was widely noted as one of the acclaimed veteran actor's later-career highlights.
Where was The Judge filmed?
The story is set in the fictional small town of Carlinville, Indiana, but principal photography took place largely in Massachusetts, with Shelburne Falls standing in for the hometown. The New England locations provided the film's rustic, riverside small-town backdrop.
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