Flatliners (1990) movie poster

Flatliners (1990)

"Some lines shouldn't be crossed."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 74%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 52% (RT: 50%, MC: 55) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
DramaScience FictionHorror

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Director
Runtime
1h 55m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.5/10 (1,687 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
50%
Metacritic
55
Cast
Kiefer Sutherland as Nelson Wright
Julia Roberts as Rachel Mannus
Kevin Bacon as David Labraccio
William Baldwin as Joe Hurley
Oliver Platt as Randy Steckle
Kimberly Scott as Winnie Hicks
Joshua Rudoy as Billy Mahoney
Benjamin Mouton as Rachel's Father
Most people think so. 74% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 1,687 votes. Critics scored it lower at 52%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
Five medical students experiment with "near death" experiences, until the dark consequences of past tragedies begin to jeopardize their lives. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • It remains one of the highest-rated drama films of 1990 among dedicated fans.
  • The initial cut of Flatliners was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
  • Joel Schumacher cited several classic drama films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
Audience Consensus

Flatliners is a 1990 drama, science fiction, horror film directed by Joel Schumacher. Five medical students experiment with "near death" experiences, until the dark consequences of past tragedies begin to jeopardize their lives. The film has been rated by 1,687 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a drama film, Flatliners 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. Flatliners (1990) 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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Box Office Week: In a very tight race Kingsman: The Golden Circle holds on to #1 with $16.9M, while American Made comes in at disappointing #3 with $16.7M. Also Flatliners bombs at #5 with $6.7M and IT passes The Exorcist in worldwide gross ($555.5M), making it highest grossing R-rated horror film.
| Rank | Title | Domestic Gross (Weekend) | Worldwide Gross (Cume) | Week # | :---|:---|:---|:---| :--- | 1 | Kingsman: The Golden Circle |... Read on Reddit →
Top comment: "IT is crazy. Almost #1 again. "
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