Bringing Out the Dead (1999) movie poster

Bringing Out the Dead (1999)

"Any call can be murder, any stop can be suicide, any night can be the last."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 74%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 73% (RT: 74%, MC: 72) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
Drama

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Runtime
2h 1m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.6/10 (1,205 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
74%
Metacritic
72
Cast
Nicolas Cage as Frank Pierce
Patricia Arquette as Mary Burke
John Goodman as Larry Verber
Ving Rhames as Marcus
Tom Sizemore as Tom Wolls
Marc Anthony as Noel
Mary Beth Hurt as Nurse Constance
Cliff Curtis as Cy Coates
Most people think so. 74% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 1,205 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 73%.
Overview
Once called "Father Frank" for his efforts to rescue lives, Frank Pierce sees the ghosts of those he failed to save around every turn. He has tried everything he can to get fired, calling in sick, delaying taking calls where he might have to face one more victim he couldn't help, yet cannot quit the job on his own. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • The initial cut of Bringing Out the Dead was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
  • The iconic poster for Bringing Out the Dead was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
Audience Consensus

Bringing Out the Dead is a 1999 drama film directed by Martin Scorsese. Once called "Father Frank" for his efforts to rescue lives, Frank Pierce sees the ghosts of those he failed to save around every turn. He has tried everything he can to get fired, calling in sick, delaying taking calls where he might have to face one more victim he couldn't help, yet cannot quit the job on his own.

The film has been rated by 1,205 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a drama film, Bringing Out the Dead delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences.

Bringing Out the Dead (1999) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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