The Fisher King (1991) movie poster

The Fisher King (1991)

"A Modern Day Tale About The Search For Love, Sanity, Ethel Merman And The Holy Grail."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 82%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 76% (RT: 84%, MC: 67) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
ComedyDrama

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Director
Runtime
2h 18m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.3/10 (1,442 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
84%
Metacritic
67
Cast
Jeff Bridges as Jack
Michael Jeter as Homeless Cabaret Singer
William Jay Marshall as Jamaican Bum
Chris Howell as Red Knight
Adam Bryant as Radio Engineer
Most people think so. 82% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 1,442 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 76%.
Overview
Two troubled men face their terrible destinies and events of their past as they join together on a mission to find the Holy Grail and thus to save themselves. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • Terry Gilliam cited several classic comedy films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
  • The iconic poster for The Fisher King was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
Audience Consensus

The Fisher King is a 1991 comedy, drama film directed by Terry Gilliam. Two troubled men face their terrible destinies and events of their past as they join together on a mission to find the Holy Grail and thus to save themselves. The film has been rated by 1,442 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a comedy film, The Fisher King 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. The Fisher King (1991) 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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