I, the Jury

Mike Hammer's friend, a colleague who was a therapist, is found dead. Hammer vows to find the killer and bring them to justice. As he investigates, he discovers a conspiracy involving a group of women who are linked to the victim's death and possibly others. The case becomes increasingly dangerous as Hammer gets closer to the truth.

The 1982 adaptation of Mickey Spillane's famous detective novel received a mixed to negative reception from critics. While some appreciated the gritty portrayal of the hardboiled detective Mike Hammer and Armand Assante's performance, many found the plot convoluted and the violence excessive. Audiences generally found it a standard, if somewhat violent, detective thriller.

• Armand Assante's performance as Mike Hammer is a standout.
• The film's reliance on graphic violence and a convoluted plot was a common criticism.
• Considered a rather forgettable adaptation by many critics.

Google audience: Audience reviews for this film are scarce, but it's generally viewed as a competent but unremarkable crime thriller that suffers from excessive gore and a less-than-compelling narrative.

This film was the first Mickey Spillane novel adaptation to be filmed in color.