Name: Trial by Fire
Genre: Drama, Crime
Released: 2019-05-17
Duration: 127 min
Cast: Jack O'Connell, Laura Dern, Emily Meade, Jade Pettyjohn, David Wilson Barnes

Where to stream Trial by Fire

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Data updated on October 10, 2026. Availability data from JustWatch.

Trial by Fire plot summary

Stand for what's right. Fight for what's true.

The tragic and controversial story of Cameron Todd Willingham, who was executed in Texas for killing his three children after scientific evidence and expert testimony that bolstered his claims of innocence were suppressed.

Details

Release date: May 17, 2019
Runtime: 2h 7m
Genres: Drama, Crime
Directed by: Edward Zwick
Country: United States
TMDB rating: 7.0 / 10 · 283 votes

Trial by Fire trailer

Cast

Jack O'ConnellCameron Todd Willingham
Laura DernElizabeth Gilbert
Emily MeadeStacy Willingham
Jade PettyjohnJulie Gilbert
David Wilson BarnesReaves
Jeff PerryGerald Hurst
Rhoda GriffisDarlene
Blair BomarSandy
McKinley Belcher IIIPonchai
Catherine CarlenAbigail

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Where can I watch Trial by Fire?

In the United States, Trial by Fire is available to stream on Lionsgate+ and Howdy. It's also free on The Roku Channel, Kanopy, Fandango at Home Free, and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, and YouTube.