A Few Good Men

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A Few Good Men

R

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 Guantánamo 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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Duane Byrge

The Hollywood Reporter

Jan 9

Tom Cruise, equal parts mettle and dazzle, erupts with a fully fleshed lead performance that should finally bring him his just due as an actor, while Jack Nicholson forges a terrific performance as an ironpants militarist.

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Mike Clark

USA Today

Jan 9

3/4

Like 1954's The Caine Mutiny, which was equally slick and imperfect, it's finally put over by a money cast and killer courtroom climax.

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Craig MacInnis

Toronto Star

Jan 9

In terms of performance, there is hardly a false note sounded anywhere in the film.

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David Kronke

Los Angeles Daily News

Jan 21

It's the kind of work that gives the phrase "middle-brow entertainment" a good name.

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David Crumpler

Florida Times-Union

Jan 21

4/5

The picture is certainly gripping.

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David Elliott

Copley News Service

Jan 12

Watching "A Few Good Men" is like strolling into an elegant showroom, finding a beautiful car, stroking its polished skin, enjoying the deluxe interior -- and then looking under the hood to find there's no motor.

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@Cashman3010 Feb 7

Brilliant film that I've watched countless times. From the whip smart Sorkin dialogue to top notch performances from a stellar cast. It would have been easy to end with a full acquittal, but cleverly steers the closing scene to a 'won, but ultimately lost' case for the defendants. The pace is brisk and there are so many memorable lines / scenes.

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Mark L.

@dispatcherofdeath Feb 1

An absolutely amazing film! All drama and incredible acting by everyone.

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frank m

@Frankvm696 Jan 5

What a film, absolutely a masterclass in acting, story. Just finished the movie for the first time, and let there be no doubt, it shall not be the last.

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Joshua J

@Wahwahsen Dec 31

They don’t make em like this anymore.

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shane o

@Shanes_DVD_Shack Dec 18

Well shot and well acted, this one has movie magic. It silly that he would just ( spoiler alert on this movie even know the end to ) blurt out the truth and loose on the end. But it’s enjoyable . It’s one you have to watch to understand cinema

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Matthew D

@OceanSage Dec 17

A brave look into holding all ranks of society accountable. Rob Reiner's courtroom drama A Few Good Men (1992) sees Tom Cruise represent two Marines accused of murder. It is a riveting movie that delves into the purpose of why lawyers represent clients, how far they are willing to go, and the ethics of military. I think Tom Cruise is the real draw here. His relaxed defense attorney is so likable and dismissive simultaneously that you are endeared to this odd character immediately. His chemistry with Demi Moore is palpable as they both feel respectful of each other. Moore is great as an ambitious and well meaning attorney within the Navy. Jack Nicholson is brilliant as the complex and resolute Colonel. His breakdown on the stand in A Few Good Men's finale is an iconic display of fine character acting and thrilling climax to the movie. In all, Rob Reiner is a phenomenal director, which he proves again with A Few Good Men.

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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 Guantánamo 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 Tristar, Columbia Pictures
Production Co: New Line Cinema, Columbia Pictures Corporation, Castle Rock Entertainment
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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