# A Civil Action (1998)

English · Released 1998-12-25

A Civil Action is a 1998 English film. The music is by Danny Elfman.

Music: Danny Elfman

## Storyline
Jan Schlickmann is a cynical lawyer who goes out to 'get rid of' a case, only to find out it is potentially worth millions. The case becomes his obsession, to the extent that he is willing to give up everything—including his career and his clients' goals—in order to continue the case against all odds.

## Common questions

### When was A Civil Action released?
A Civil Action was released on 25 December 1998.

### Who composed the music for A Civil Action?
The music is by Danny Elfman.

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