Beyond A Reasonable Doubt (2009) Apr 2026

: To expose Hunter, C.J. decides to frame himself for the murder of a prostitute. He and his colleague Corey Finley (Joel David Moore) meticulously document the "fake" evidence C.J. buys to implicate himself, filming their actions as an "insurance policy" to prove his innocence later.

(2009) is a crime thriller directed by Peter Hyams, starring Michael Douglas, Jesse Metcalfe, and Amber Tamblyn. It is a modern remake of the 1956 film noir of the same name directed by Fritz Lang. Core Premise & Plot Beyond a Reasonable Doubt (2009)

: The film received largely negative reviews, with a low rating on Rotten Tomatoes . Critics often called it an "uninspired retread" of the original and criticized the "absurd" double-twist ending. : To expose Hunter, C

: During the trial, Hunter does indeed plant forensic evidence against C.J.. However, the plan falls apart when Corey is killed in a car accident and the exonerating video evidence is destroyed by Hunter's accomplice. C.J. is convicted and sentenced to death. buys to implicate himself, filming their actions as

: The movie was shot primarily in Shreveport and Benton, Louisiana , including the historic Caddo Parish Courthouse. It was Hyams' first film shot entirely using digital equipment ( Red cameras ).

: C.J.'s girlfriend and Hunter's assistant, Ella Crystal (Amber Tamblyn), discovers Hunter’s tampering in a separate case, leading to his arrest and C.J.'s release. However, Ella soon discovers a darker truth: C.J. actually did murder the woman to prevent her from exposing a fake documentary he had previously made. His entire plan was a double-blind to eliminate a blackmailer while framing Hunter for "faking" evidence for a crime C.J. actually committed. Cast and Crew Description Mark Hunter Michael Douglas The corrupt District Attorney with political ambitions. C.J. Nicholas Jesse Metcalfe An investigative journalist who frames himself. Ella Crystal Amber Tamblyn An Assistant D.A. and C.J.'s romantic interest. Corey Finley Joel David Moore C.J.'s friend and colleague who helps with the scheme. Ben Nickerson Orlando Jones A serious police detective.

: It debuted in Spain in July 2009 and had a limited U.S. release on September 11, 2009.