Witness

Witness

A big city cop. A small country boy. They have nothing in common... but a murder.

1985 · 112 min · ★ 7.1 (2K) · Crime, Drama, Thriller

While protecting an Amish boy—the sole witness to a brutal murder—and his mother, a detective is forced to seek refuge within their community when his own life comes under threat.

Directed by Peter Weir · Written by Earl W. Wallace

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