Frontline - S04E05: Tobacco on Trial

Name: Tobacco on Trial
Genre: Documentary, News
Released: 1986-02-18
Duration: 55 min

Feb 18, 1986Documentary, NewsSeason 4, Episode 5

Life-long smokers who say their health has been destroyed by cigarettes are suing tobacco companies. Frontline correspondent Judy Woodruff takes an inside look at the preparation of these massive lawsuits, concentrating on a suit that would later reach the Supreme Court as well as presenting the emphatic denials of the tobacco industry, which says smoking is a simple question of personal choice and responsibility.

Cast: Will Lyman, Judy Woodruff

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Frontline S04E05 Synopsis

Stream Frontline "Tobacco on Trial" in HD quality on Goojara. Originally aired on 1986-02-18, this episode is part of Season 4 of Frontline. Featuring performances from Will Lyman, Judy Woodruff among the cast. As part of this Documentary and News series, the episode continues to build on the show's compelling narrative. Life-long smokers who say their health has been destroyed by cigarettes are suing tobacco companies. Frontline correspondent Judy Woodruff takes an inside look at the preparation of these massive lawsuits, concentrating on a suit that would later rea...