23 Sep 2005
A History of Violence
An average family is thrust into the spotlight after the father commits a seemingly self-defense murder at his diner.
The Story on Page One
Did their relationship have to lead to murder?
An adulterous couple is accused of murder after the woman's husband is shot and killed during a scuffle. A high-profile court case tells the story.
Top Billed Cast
Rita Hayworth Josephine Brown / Jo Morris
Anthony Franciosa Victor Santini
Gig Young Larry Ellis
Mildred Dunnock Mrs. Ellis
Hugh Griffith Judge Edgar Neilsen
Sanford Meisner Phil Stanley
Robert Burton District Attorney Nordeau
Alfred Ryder Lt. Mike Morris
Katherine Squire Mrs. Hattie Brown
Raymond Greenleaf Judge Carey
Myrna Fahey Alice
Sheridan Comerate Ofcr. Francis Morris
Jay Adler Lauber (uncredited)
Joe Besser Gallagher (uncredited)
Virginia Carroll Police Matron (uncredited)
Harry Carter Seth (Court Bailiff) (uncredited)
William Challee Lemke (uncredited)
Jack Chefe Courtroom Spectator (uncredited)
Bru Danger Cook (uncredited)
Biff Elliot Eddie Ritter (uncredited)
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