Suspect is a 1987 legal thriller directed by Peter Yates, and starring Cher, Dennis Quaid, and Liam Neeson. The film centers around Carl Anderson, a homeless veteran who is arrested for the murder of a Supreme Court judge and his secretary.
Kathleen Riley, a public defender, is assigned to defend Carl. She quickly realizes that he is innocent and begins to investigate the case herself. As she delves deeper, she discovers that there is a conspiracy involving corruption in the government and the justice system.
Eddie Sanger, a juror in the trial and a Washington lobbyist, also becomes convinced of Carl's innocence and joins forces with Kathleen to uncover the truth. Their investigation puts their own lives in danger as they get closer to the real corruption.
The film explores social issues such as homelessness, political corruption, and the flaws in the justice system. It also features outstanding performances by its lead actors. Cher earned critical acclaim for her portrayal of Kathleen Riley, and Liam Neeson showed his early talent as an actor in his role as Carl Anderson.
The film was a moderate success at the box office and received generally positive reviews from critics, with particular praise for its performances and script. It remains a classic legal thriller and is considered one of the best films of the genre.