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The Lincoln Lawyer (2011) Movie vs Book
Film · 2011 · Directed by Brad Furman · Starring Matthew McConaughey, Marisa Tomei, Ryan Phillippe
The Lincoln Lawyer (2011) Movie: Cast and Details
A defense lawyer who works from the back of his car takes a case that goes wrong.
Book vs Movie: How Close Is It?
Close to the bookIt keeps the plot and tone of the novel, with a streamlined supporting cast.
Read or watch first?
Read the book for Mickey Haller's voice. The film is a tight legal thriller.
What the book gives you
The Lincoln Lawyer by Michael Connelly
A well-paced legal thriller with a charming lead. It was adapted into a 2011 film and a later Netflix series.
Who will like it: Readers who like courtroom thrillers and clever plotting.