A Few Good Men

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A Few Good Men

R

Released Dec 11, 1992

2h 18m

Drama

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Lt. Daniel Kaffee (Tom Cruise) is a military lawyer defending two U.S. Marines charged with killing a fellow Marine at the Guantanamo Bay Naval Base in Cuba. Although Kaffee is known for seeking plea bargains, a fellow lawyer, Lt. Cdr. JoAnne Galloway (Demi Moore), convinces him that the accused marines were most likely carrying out an order from a commanding officer. Kaffee takes a risk by calling Col. Nathan R. Jessep (Jack Nicholson) to the stand in an effort to uncover the conspiracy.

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Critics Consensus

An old-fashioned courtroom drama with a contemporary edge, A Few Good Men succeeds on the strength of its stars, with Tom Cruise, Demi Moore, and especially Jack Nicholson delivering powerful performances that more than compensate for the predictable plot.

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Edward Guthmann

San Francisco Chronicle

It's directed with taut efficiency by Rob Reiner.

Rated: 2.5/4

Jan 11, 2023

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David Ansen

Newsweek

Designed to get the audience rooting for this upper-class underdog, the movie accomplishes its task with military efficiency. But since the deck is stacked and the cards well worn, it hardly seems a victory to cherish.

Feb 8, 2018

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Dave Kehr

Chicago Tribune

By pitting Cruise against Nicholson in the film`s final courtroom confrontation, Sorkin and Reiner are pitting two notions of masculinity and two notions of stardom against each other.

Rated: 3/4

Apr 30, 2014

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Oti

For Your Reference Podcast

Surface level, I can see why this intrigued me. I can see why it was good in terms of building the tension and trying to at least arouse some aspects of suspense. But does that a good movie make? I'm not sure.

Rated: 3.5/5

Sep 13, 2023

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KT Mahe

For Your Reference Podcast

Aaron Sorkin is the puppet master of snarky word vessels.

Rated: 3.5/5

Sep 13, 2023

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Stephen Silver

Tilt Magazine

Especially notable for its understanding of something — the conflict between the “elites” of blue America and the more traditional institutions of the military, police, and the like (30th anniversary)

Rated: 4.5/5

Dec 13, 2022

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Yvan M

Wonderful movie …..Nicholson is amazing

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/19/25

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Richard B

Finally got around to watching this after many years of thinking it wouldn't be good because it was just a courtroom drama. So glad I decided to finally see it as it did not disappoint. The acting as you can imagine is incredible along with a gripping storyline. Tom Cruise and Jack Nicholson are just amazing. With some comedy mixed in. It's definitely a must-watch.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/11/25

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Aileen D

I like the humor that first introduces us to Tom Cruise - this brash know-it-all Harvard graduate - who is then confronted by Demi Moore. Yes, he’s smart, but can he live up to the solid reputation of his Dad as a trial lawyer? He’s met the hard-bitten, career Marine in the person of Nicholson, who does a terrific job of offering a challenge from their first meeting. What will be Cruise’s tactics and strategy to come up with the truth? Excellent script, acting, and strong story line that doesn’t lose its relevance today. An A+ court room drama that offers shades of gray in the story telling when it comes to defining “what is a Marine?”

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/01/25

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Stephen

This might be Tom Cruises best performance and it’s definitely the best court drama in a movie. There isn’t a single problem or flaw with this film that I can see.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

12/27/24

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Pedro Henrique C

This movie is very interesting to watch, those who like military conflicts will love it. I really liked Tom Cruise's friendliness.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

12/13/24

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Julian P

This is 6 stars, not five. Cruise is genuinely vulnerable until the pulsating end which has now gone down in history as one of the best half hours in movie history. Demi Moore does her part too - a movie that should be watched every few years throughout your life.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

11/30/24

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Rob Reiner

Director

Tom Cruise

Lt. Daniel Kaffee

Jack Nicholson

Col. Nathan R. Jessup

Demi Moore

Lt. Cmdr. JoAnne Galloway

Kevin Bacon

Capt. Jack Ross

Kiefer Sutherland

Lt. Jonathan Kendrick

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A Few Good Men: Official Clip - Jessep Is Arrested

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A Few Good Men: Official Clip - You Can't Handle the Truth!

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A Few Good Men: Official Clip - Ask Me Nicely

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A Few Good Men: Official Clip - Kaffee Melts Down

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A Few Good Men: Official Clip - I Didn't Dismiss You

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A Few Good Men: Official Clip - We Follow Orders or People Die

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A Few Good Men: Official Clip - Galloway Confronts Kaffee

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A Few Good Men: Official Clip - A Woman to Salute

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Synopsis

Lt. Daniel Kaffee (Tom Cruise) is a military lawyer defending two U.S. Marines charged with killing a fellow Marine at the Guantanamo Bay Naval Base in Cuba. Although Kaffee is known for seeking plea bargains, a fellow lawyer, Lt. Cdr. JoAnne Galloway (Demi Moore), convinces him that the accused marines were most likely carrying out an order from a commanding officer. Kaffee takes a risk by calling Col. Nathan R. Jessep (Jack Nicholson) to the stand in an effort to uncover the conspiracy.

Director: Rob Reiner
Producer: Rob Reiner, Andrew Scheinman, David Brown
Screenwriter: Aaron Sorkin
Distributor: Columbia Pictures, Columbia Tristar
Production Co: Castle Rock Entertainment, Columbia Pictures Corporation, New Line Cinema
Rating: R
Genre: Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Dec 11, 1992, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Apr 16, 2012
Box Office (Gross USA): $141.3M
Runtime: 2h 18m
Sound Mix: Stereo, Dolby SR, Surround
Aspect Ratio: Scope (2.35:1)

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