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Jacob's Ladder (1990)

The most frightening thing about Jacob Singer's nightmare is that he isn't dreaming.

  • Nov 2, 1990
  • 1h 53m
  • R

7.4/10

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2,038 votes on TMDB

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About This Movie

Jacob's Ladder is a 1990 drama and mystery film directed by Adrian Lyne. Its leading cast includes Tim Robbins, Elizabeth Peña and Danny Aiello. It runs for 1 hour 53 minutes.

Synopsis

After returning home from the Vietnam War, veteran Jacob Singer struggles to maintain his sanity. Plagued by hallucinations and flashbacks, Singer rapidly falls apart as the world and people around him morph and twist into disturbing images. His girlfriend, Jezzie, and ex-wife, Sarah, try to help, but to little avail. Even Singer's chiropractor friend, Louis, fails to reach him as he descends into madness.

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Before You Pick

Time needed
1 hour 53 minutes
Age rating (US)
R
Language
English
Audience signal
7.4/10 from 2,038 TMDB votes

Official Trailer

4K Restoration Trailer · plays from YouTube

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Cast

  • Tim Robbins Jacob
  • Elizabeth Peña Jezzie
  • Danny Aiello Louis
  • Matt Craven Michael
  • Pruitt Taylor Vince Paul
  • Jason Alexander Geary
  • Patricia Kalember Sarah
  • Eriq La Salle Frank
  • Ving Rhames George
  • Brian Tarantina Doug
  • Anthony Alessandro Rod
  • Brent Hinkley Jerry
  • S. Epatha Merkerson Elsa
  • Suzanne Shepherd Hospital Receptionist
  • Doug Barron Group Leader
  • Jan Saint Santa
  • Kisha Skinner Street Singer
  • Dion Simmons Street Singer

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