The Verdict is a compelling courtroom drama directed by Sidney Lumet. The film stars Paul Newman as Frank Galvin, a down-on-his-luck lawyer who takes on a medical malpractice case against a powerful hospital. As Galvin investigates the case, he uncovers a web of corruption and deceit that puts his own life in danger. The Verdict is a thought-provoking film that explores themes of redemption, justice, and the power of the individual against the system. Paul Newman delivers a powerful and nuanced performance that earned him an Academy Award nomination.