Overview

An innocent man is found guilty of murder and sentenced to death, but as he's about to be hanged he accidentally kills his executioner. He now faces a new trial, presided over by a young and inexperienced judge.

Cast

George Maharis, Earl Holliman, Laura Devon, Katy Jurado, Gene Hackman, Arthur O'Connell, Sidney Blackmer, John Anderson

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What is "A Covenant with Death" about?

An innocent man is found guilty of murder and sentenced to death, but as he's about to be hanged he accidentally kills his executioner. He now faces a new trial, presided over by a young and inexperienced judge.

When was "A Covenant with Death" released?

A Covenant with Death was released in 1967.

Who stars in "A Covenant with Death"?

The cast includes George Maharis, Earl Holliman, Laura Devon, Katy Jurado.