A Covenant with Death (1967)

Cast

• George Maharis - Ben Lewis
• Earl Holliman - Brian Talbot
• Laura Devon - Rosemary Berquist
• Katy Jurado - Eulalia Lewis
• Gene Hackman - Harmsworth
• Arthur O'Connell - Judge Hockstadter
• Sidney Blackmer - Col. Oates
• John Anderson - Dietrich
• Whit Bissell - Bruce Donnelly
• Kent Smith - Oliver Parmalee

Screenplay

• Stephen Becker (Novel)
• Lawrence B. Marcus
• Saul Levitt

Themes

Sexual Assault Trauma and Survival, Courtroom Drama, Justice System Failings and Victims

Keywords

judge, death sentence, capital punishment, justice, border town, mexican american, miscarriage of justice, murder trial, 1920s, unfaithful wife, mob justice, unjust conviction, rural south, husband murders wife, circumstantial evidence

Trailer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is A Covenant with Death about?

An innocent man is found guilty of murder and sentenced to death, but as he's about to be hanged he accidentally kills his executioner. He now faces a new trial, presided over by a young and inexperienced judge.

Who directed A Covenant with Death?

A Covenant with Death was directed by Lamont Johnson.

Who stars in A Covenant with Death?

A Covenant with Death stars George Maharis, Earl Holliman, Laura Devon, Katy Jurado, Gene Hackman, Arthur O'Connell.

How long is A Covenant with Death?

A Covenant with Death has a runtime of 1h 37m (97 minutes).

What genre is A Covenant with Death?

A Covenant with Death is a Drama film.

Where was A Covenant with Death produced?

A Covenant with Death was produced in United States of America.

What are the themes of A Covenant with Death?

The themes of A Covenant with Death include: Sexual Assault Trauma and Survival, Courtroom Drama, Justice System Failings and Victims.