
A Civil Action
“Justice has its price.”
Overview
Jan Schlickmann is a cynical lawyer who goes out to 'get rid of' a case, only to find out it is potentially worth millions. The case becomes his obsession, to the extent that he is willing to give up everything—including his career and his clients' goals—in order to continue the case against all odds.
Top-billed cast
Crew
- Director
- Steven Zaillian
- Writers
- Steven Zaillian, Jonathan Harr
- Producers
- Rachel Pfeffer, Scott Rudin, Robert Redford, Steven Zaillian
- Production
- Touchstone Pictures, Paramount Pictures, Wildwood Enterprises, Scott Rudin Productions
Frequently asked questions
What is A Civil Action rated?
A Civil Action has an audience rating of 6.5 out of 10 from 506 votes.
Who directed A Civil Action?
A Civil Action was directed by Steven Zaillian.
When was A Civil Action released?
A Civil Action was released in 1998.




















