The Lincoln Lawyer
Mick Haller is a charismatic defense attorney who does business out of his Lincoln Continental sedan. Mick spends most of his time defending petty crooks and other bottom-feeders, so it comes as quite a surprise when he lands the case of a lifetime: defending a Beverly Hills playboy who is accused of attempted murder. However, what Mick initially thinks is an open-and-shut case with a big monetary reward develops into something more sinister.
Critics Sentiment
Mary Windsor shoots Haller and confesses to murdering Frank Levin
Frank Levin is found shot dead after discovering evidence
The film's biggest swing occurs from Frank Levin's murder (6.8) to the Mary Windsor confession twist (8.4), a 1.6 point increase as the predictable murder plot point gave way to a genuinely surprising final revelation.
Critics praised The Lincoln Lawyer as a smart, entertaining legal thriller elevated by Matthew McConaughey's charismatic performance and clever plot twists. The film builds steady momentum through its investigation and courtroom scenes, with particular acclaim for the moral complexity of Haller's ethical dilemma and the satisfying resolution of justice. While some found certain plot developments predictable, the overall consensus was positive for this well-crafted genre entry.
Full cast
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Matthew McConaughey
Mickey Haller
Ryan Phillippe
Louis Roulet
William H. Macy
Frank Levin
Marisa Tomei
Maggie McPherson
Josh Lucas
Ted Minton
John Leguizamo
Val Valenzuela
Michael Peña
Jesus Martinez
Bob Gunton
Cecil Dobbs
Frances Fisher
Mary Windsor
Trace Adkins
Eddie Vogel
Bryan Cranston
Detective Lankford
Michaela Conlin
Detective Heidi Sobel
Michael Paré
Detective Kurlen
Laurence Mason
Earl
Margarita Levieva
Regina 'Reggie' Campo
Shea Whigham
DJ Corliss
Pell James
Lorna
Kate Moennig
Gloria
Mackenzie Aladjem
Hayley Haller
Erin Carufel
Leslie Faire
Crew
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