The Trials of Alger Hiss(1980)
A story so bizarre it might have been written by a master of international intrigue. But it wasn't. It really happened.
The Trials of Alger Hiss Synopsis
Documentary by lifelong friend that supports the innocence of Alger Hiss (convicted in January 1950 on two counts of espionage-related perjury)
The Trials of Alger Hiss (1980) is a documentary film directed by John Lowenthal, released on March 9, 1980 with a runtime of 2h 44m. It stars Whittaker Chambers and Alger Hiss. Viewers rate it 4.0 out of 10 across 4 ratings.
- Director:
- John Lowenthal
- Producers:
- John Lowenthal
- Cinematographer:
- Adam Giffard
- Production:
- History on Film
- Status:
- Released
The Trials of Alger Hiss Cast & Crew
Main cast
Key crew
Directed by John Lowenthal, produced by John Lowenthal.
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The Trials of Alger Hiss Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 4.0/10 from 4 ratings.
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The Trials of Alger Hiss – Frequently Asked Questions
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Who stars in The Trials of Alger Hiss?
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The main cast of The Trials of Alger Hiss (1980) includes Whittaker Chambers and Alger Hiss. The film was directed by John Lowenthal. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The Trials of Alger Hiss released?
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The Trials of Alger Hiss was released on March 9, 1980 and runs for 2h 44m.
Is The Trials of Alger Hiss worth watching?
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The Trials of Alger Hiss (1980) holds an average rating of 4.0 out of 10 from 4 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.