The Witness for the Prosecution

The Witness for the Prosecution (2016)

EndedScripted showDrama, Crime, Thriller

Thrilling two-part drama about a man accused of killing his lover in order to inherit her wealth. Based on Agatha Christie's classic book.

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Scheduleevery Monday, Tuesday at 21:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E02Episode 2Dez. 27, 2016
S01E01Episode 1Dez. 26, 2016
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'The Witness for the Prosecution' premiere?

'The Witness for the Prosecution' premiered on December 26, 2016.

Who directed the TV show?

'The Witness for the Prosecution' was directed by Julian Jarrold.

What is the genre of the show?

'The Witness for the Prosecution' is a crime drama/mystery series.

How many episodes does the show have?

'The Witness for the Prosecution' consists of only one episode.

Who wrote the screenplay for the show?

Sarah Phelps wrote the screenplay for 'The Witness for the Prosecution'.

What is the show based on?

'The Witness for the Prosecution' is based on a play by Agatha Christie.

Who are the main characters in the show?

The main characters in 'The Witness for the Prosecution' include Leonard Vole, Romaine Heilger, Sir Wilfrid Robarts, and Emily French.

What is the setting of the show?

'The Witness for the Prosecution' is set in 1920s London.

What is the central plot of the show?

'The Witness for the Prosecution' follows the trial of Leonard Vole, who is accused of murdering a wealthy widow named Emily French.

Who plays the role of Leonard Vole?

Billy Howle portrays the character of Leonard Vole in 'The Witness for the Prosecution'.

Who plays the role of Romaine Heilger?

Kim Cattrall portrays the character of Romaine Heilger in 'The Witness for the Prosecution'.

Who plays the role of Sir Wilfrid Robarts?

Toby Jones portrays the character of Sir Wilfrid Robarts in 'The Witness for the Prosecution'.

Who plays the role of Emily French?

Monica Dolan portrays the character of Emily French in 'The Witness for the Prosecution'.

Is 'The Witness for the Prosecution' a standalone miniseries or part of a larger franchise?

'The Witness for the Prosecution' is a standalone miniseries and not part of a larger franchise.

What is the runtime of each episode?

Each episode of 'The Witness for the Prosecution' has a runtime of approximately 2 hours.

What is the overall reception of the show?

'The Witness for the Prosecution' received generally positive reviews, with praise for its performances and atmospheric setting.

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Also known as

  • Свидетел на обвинението (Bulgaria)
  • A vád tanúja (Hungary)

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