The Dock Brief
This is NOT the Birdman of Alcatraz!..It's only Peter Sellers with his sly, sneaky style of humor that creeps up on you and the leaves you wanting more.
1962 · 1h 28m · N/A
Comedy, Drama
Directed by
James Hill
Overview
After nearly 40 years of waiting for his big chance, Wilfred Morgenhall is given the case of defending Herbert Fowle who is accused of murdering his wife. Despite Fowle's insistence of guilt, Moregenhall will not let go of the opportunity to plead his client as innocent and be a star in the courtroom.
Director and cast
- James Hill Director
- Peter Sellers as Wilfred Morgenhall
- Richard Attenborough as Herbert Fowle
- Beryl Reid as Doris Fowle
- David Lodge as Frank Bateson
- Frank Pettingell as Tuppy Morgan
- Audrey Nicholson as Morgenhall's Girl
- Tristram Jellinek as Mr. Perkins
- Eric Woodburn as Judge Banter
- John Waite as Clerk of the Court
- Frank Williams as Barrister
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