The movie The Judge, starring Robert Downey Jr. and Robert Duvall, was released in theaters.
Principal photography for The Judge began, with filming taking place primarily in Massachusetts.
Robert Downey Jr. and Robert Duvall were officially cast in the lead roles for The Judge, initiating major production milestones.
Young Hank Palmer witnesses his parents' strained relationship and his father's strictness, setting the foundation for their troubled relationship.
Hank grows up and establishes himself as a prominent defense attorney in Chicago, often dealing with complex and high-profile cases.
Hank learns that his mother has passed away and travels to his hometown for the funeral, initiating his return to the family and roots.
At the funeral and family gathering, Hank confronts his estranged father, leading to rekindled tensions and unresolved issues between them.
Judge Joseph Palmer is arrested and charged with murder following the death of a man in a hit-and-run incident, creating a legal and familial crisis.
Despite their troubled relationship, Hank decides to defend his father in court, putting his legal skills to the test and seeking personal reconciliation.
Hank uncovers hidden family secrets and crucial evidence that challenge the prosecution's case and shed light on deeper issues within the Palmer family.
An intense courtroom showdown takes place where Hank defends his father, navigating legal strategies and emotional dynamics to prove his father's innocence.
Following the trial, Hank and his father come to terms, resolving past resentments and rediscovering their familial bond.
