A Civil Action
- Drama
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.
A Civil Action is a 1998 legal drama following an ambitious lawyer who becomes obsessed with a potentially lucrative case. Based on true events, the film explores the lengths one attorney will go to pursue justice, even at great personal cost.
When does A Civil Action come out?
Where to watch
Streaming availability in United States
United StatesNot available on any tracked streaming service in United States right now.
Available in: Andorra · Argentina · Austria · Australia · Azerbaijan · Belgium · +45 more
A Civil Action is streaming in another region
Available to stream in Andorra Austria Canada Switzerland+7 more— but not in United States.
Andorra
Austria
Canada
Switzerland
Connect to one of those regions and stream it from where you are.
Most streaming services restrict VPN use in their terms. Use at your own discretion. Contains an affiliate link.
In cinemas
Theatrical release in United States
Wide release in United States · Rated PG-13
Theatrical dates from TMDB. Cinema chain links go to the official websites for showtimes and bookings — check there for the actual showtimes near you.
Rent or buy
Digital purchase & rental in United States
Where to watch A Civil Action by country
United Kingdom
Greece
Germany
France
Spain
Italy
Australia
BrazilTop cast
Follow an actor to track their next projects
John TravoltaJan Schlichtmann
Robert DuvallJerome Facher
Tony ShalhoubKevin Conway
William H. MacyJames Gordon
Željko IvanekBill Crowley
Bruce NorrisWilliam Cheeseman
John LithgowJudge Walter J. Skinner
Kathleen QuinlanAnne Anderson
Peter JacobsonNeil Jacobs
Mary MaraKathy Boyer
James GandolfiniAl Love
Stephen FryPinder
Denise DowseJudge Constance Mullen
Dan HedayaJohn Riley
David ThorntonRichard Aufiero
Trailer
Trailer
Related & spin-offs
Other titles fans of A Civil Action tend to follow.
A Civil Action — frequently asked
When was A Civil Action released?
A Civil Action was released on December 25, 1998.
What is A Civil Action about?
The film follows Jan Schlickmann, a cynical lawyer who initially dismisses a case but discovers it could be worth millions. His obsession with the case escalates to the point where he risks his career and clients' interests to pursue it.
Is A Civil Action based on a true story?
Yes, the film is based on real events and the actual legal battle over water contamination.
Comments(0)
No comments yet. Be the first.