In this true life murder mystery, we know early on "whodunnit" (the butler, actually), but the surprising charm in the story stems from the fact that the lawyer is honest and morally upright. The story of William Marsh Rice and his legacy, Rice University, where much of the film was shot.
Karen Black
as Maria Vandermeer
Harold Suggs
as William Marsh Rice
Suzanne Savoy
as Alice Graham Baker
Sam Bottoms
as James Baker
Jon Bruno
as Albert Patrick
Charles Charpiot
as Capt. McKlusky
Joseph Lockett
as Bank Manager
Michael Lorre
as Charlie Jones
Jim Bernhard
as Mr. Swenson
Valerie Davis
as Joy
Luis Lemus
as James Osborne
Glay Posch
as Saloon Singer
