The Verdict

Paul Newman turns in a powerful performance as a broken-down, bottle-hitting attorney who is given a chance to redeem himself when he is handed a case of medical malpractice after a pregnant woman lapses into a coma while giving birth. He faces strong opposition from powerful lawyer James Mason, who's heading the defense for the hospital. Jack Warden, Charlotte Rampling, Lindsay Crouse co-star; Sidney Lumet directs. 129 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital stereo, Dolby Digital mono, French Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles: English, Spanish; audio commentary by Newman, Lumet; featurette; photo gallery; theatrical trailer.