Master piece. Fantastic script and evolution of the characters.…
8.6/10Drama
12 Angry Men
“It explodes like 12 sticks of dynamite!”
- 1957
- 1h 37m
- NR
- EN
- Released
The story
What 12 Angry Men is about
The defense and the prosecution have rested and the jury is filing into the jury room to decide if a young Spanish-American is guilty or innocent of murdering his father. What begins as an open and shut case soon becomes a mini-drama of each of the jurors' prejudices and preconceptions about the trial, the accused, and each other.
12 Angry Men is a drama film from 1957, directed by Sidney Lumet. It runs 1h 37m and is rated NR in the US. It was produced by Orion-Nova Productions, with production in United States of America.
The main cast is led by Martin Balsam, John Fiedler, Lee J. Cobb, E.G. Marshall. The screenplay was written by Reginald Rose. Reported worldwide gross stands at $4.4M.
Why it matters: 12 Angry Men currently holds 8.6/10 from 10558 TMDB user ratings and has taken $4.4M worldwide against a $397,751 budget. Figures move as more ratings and box-office updates arrive.
Editor’s note
Should you watch 12 Angry Men?
12 Angry Men is best suited to a slower, character-led evening. At 1h 37m, it fits a single evening without a break. The draw is Martin Balsam and John Fiedler, directed by Sidney Lumet.
With 10,558 TMDB ratings averaging 8.6/10, this is one of the most widely seen titles in our library, so the score is a reliable signal.
TMDB tags the film with themes including death penalty, anonymity, court case and judge.
The US certification is NR: not rated in the US, so check the content before watching with children.
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Who is in it
12 Angry Men cast
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Behind the camera
Direction and crew
DirectorSidney Lumet
WritersReginald Rose
ProducersHenry Fonda, Reginald Rose
MusicKenyon Hopkins
CinematographyBoris Kaufman
EditingCarl Lerner
Audience reaction
Ratings and reviews
8.6/1010558 ratings
12 Angry Men sits at 8.6 out of 10 from 10558 user ratings. For context, the film's worldwide gross is $4.4M.
Scores show TMDB user ratings at the time of publishing and shift as new votes arrive.
Unlikely, but it is possible. 12 Angry Men is directed by Sidney Lumet and adapted from a teleplay of the same name by Reginald Rose. The cast is headed by Henry Fonda and Lee J. Cobb. The film tells the story of a jury made up of 12 men as they deliberate the guilt or innocence of a defendant on the basis of reason…
The facts
12 Angry Men key details
| Original title | 12 Angry Men |
|---|---|
| Status | Released |
| Release date | April 10, 1957 |
| Runtime | 1h 37m |
| Certification | NR in United States, U in United Kingdom |
| Original language | EN |
| Spoken languages | English |
| Country | United States of America |
| Budget | $397,751 |
| Worldwide gross | $4.4M |
| Studios | Orion-Nova Productions |
| Also known as | Twelve Angry Men, Doze Homens e uma Sentença, 12 hombres sin piedad |
Release information
Release dates by country
| Country | Date | Cert |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Apr 10, 1957 | NR |
| United Kingdom | Apr 18, 1957 | U |
| India | Jan 15, 2014 | NR |
| Canada | Apr 13, 1957 | PG |
| Australia | Oct 10, 1957 | G |
| Argentina | Nov 7, 1957 | NR |
| Austria | Dec 20, 1957 | NR |
| Brazil | Oct 10, 1958 | L |
| Czechia | Feb 24, 2016 | U |
| Denmark | May 18, 1959 | 15 |
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Quick answers
Frequently asked questions
Who directed 12 Angry Men?
12 Angry Men was directed by Sidney Lumet.
Who is in the cast of 12 Angry Men?
The main cast includes Martin Balsam, John Fiedler, Lee J. Cobb, E.G. Marshall, Jack Klugman.
How long is 12 Angry Men?
12 Angry Men runs 1h 37m.
When was 12 Angry Men released?
It was released in the United States on April 10, 1957. Release dates vary by country — see the table above.
What is 12 Angry Men rated?
Certification depends on the country: NR in United States, U in United Kingdom. Always check your local rating before watching with family.
Where can I watch 12 Angry Men online?
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Can I watch 12 Angry Men in HD or 4K?
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How much did 12 Angry Men earn?
Reported worldwide gross is $4.4M against a budget of $397,751. Box office figures update over time.
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At a glance: 12 Angry Men runs 1h 37m, opened in US cinemas on April 10, 1957, has 43 licensed options across 5 regions tracked here.