The Lincoln Lawyer
The Lincoln Lawyer

The Lincoln Lawyer

2011Movie119 minEnglish

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.

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IMDb6.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes84%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users80%
Director: Brad FurmanGenres: Crime, Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

Defense attorney Mickey Haller operates out of the back of his Lincoln Town Car, working cases across Los Angeles. When he takes on the seemingly straightforward case of a Beverly Hills playboy accused of assault, he finds himself drawn into a much larger and more dangerous conspiracy. Haller must navigate a complex web of deceit, corruption, and murder, questioning everything he thought he knew about his client and the justice system.

Critical Reception

The Lincoln Lawyer received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its taut pacing, solid performances, and engaging legal thriller elements. While not groundbreaking, it was seen as a well-crafted and entertaining adaptation of Michael Connelly's novel, offering a satisfyingly complex plot and a charismatic lead performance.

What Reviewers Say

  • Engaging legal thriller with a strong central performance.
  • Well-paced and suspenseful, keeps viewers guessing.
  • Satisfying adaptation of the popular novel.

Google audience: Audiences appreciated the film's suspenseful plot and Matthew McConaughey's compelling performance. Many found it to be an intelligent and well-executed crime drama that kept them entertained.

Fun Fact

Matthew McConaughey's character, Mickey Haller, is known as the 'Lincoln Lawyer' because he conducts much of his business from inside his Lincoln Town Car, which also serves as his mobile office.

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Andres Gomez

Andres Gomez

Good thriller with a round script and a performance to suit Matthew McConaughey. Nothing to object, just enjoy!