What makes legal dramas so captivating? Is it the complex characters, suspenseful courtroom scenes, or high stakes? Lionsgate Play offers a curated selection of riveting legal dramas that will make you root for justice, keep you on the edge of your seat, and even question your morals. Here’s a must-watch list of the best legal dramas on Lionsgate Play.
Dark Waters
A gripping legal thriller that follows the real-life story of environmental attorney Robert Bilott (Mark Ruffalo), Dark Waters delves into the complexities of fighting a powerful corporation accused of contaminating a town’s water supply. As Bilott uncovers a long history of pollution, the stakes rise, revealing the immense personal and professional sacrifices required to pursue justice.
The Sparring Partner
Based on actual events in Hong Kong, The Sparring Partner examines the twisted minds of Henry (Yeung Wai Lun) and his accomplice Angus (Mak Pui Tung), accused of murdering Henry’s parents.
The courtroom drama, revealed through interviews, exposes Henry’s motives of jealousy, greed, and sociopathy. While the case against Henry seems clear, Angus’ involvement is clouded by coerced confessions and dubious evidence. As the trial progresses, jurors struggle with their biases, further complicated by a disturbing crime re-enactment. The film critiques jury partiality and sensationalism, reflecting on justice and human nature.
Woman in Gold
In Woman in Gold, Helen Mirren stars as Maria Altmann, an elderly Jewish woman who, six decades after fleeing Nazi-occupied Vienna, seeks to reclaim her family’s possessions seized during the war. Central to her quest is the renowned painting Portrait of Adele Bloch-Bauer I by Gustav Klimt, a portrait of her beloved aunt. Teaming up with a determined young lawyer, Randy Schoeberg (Ryan Reynolds), Maria embarks on an arduous legal fight against the Austrian government, which regards these artworks as national treasures.
On the Basis of Sex
On the Basis of Sex chronicles the inspiring journey of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, one of the most influential figures in American legal history. Portrayed brilliantly by Felicity Jones, this biographical drama focuses on Ginsburg’s early career and her fight against gender discrimination. The film highlights her landmark case that set the stage for her future role as a Supreme Court Justice, making it a must-watch for those passionate about legal history and social justice.
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