Sued for Libel (1939): cast, story & where to watch
1939 · Film · ★ 3.8
Released in 1939, Sued for Libel is a comedy, thriller, crime and mystery film directed by Leslie Goodwins, running about 66 minutes. “A WOMAN SCORNED! A man and girl murdered. A multiple mystery solved!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A New York City newspaper is sued for libel after reporting the wrong verdict in a murder trial.
Who’s in it. Sued for Libel stars Kent Taylor as Steve Lonegan, Linda Hayes as Maggie Shane, Lilian Bond as Muriel Webster and Morgan Conway as Albert Pomeroy, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.8/10, Sued for Libel has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sued for Libel page.
If you liked it. Fans of Sued for Libel tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sued for Libel (1939)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sued for Libel change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Sued for Libel worth watching?
- Sued for Libel holds an audience score of 3.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, thriller, crime and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Sued for Libel?
- Sued for Libel stars Kent Taylor, Linda Hayes, Lilian Bond, Morgan Conway and Richard Lane.
- When was Sued for Libel released?
- Sued for Libel was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 66 minutes.