The Majestic (2001) movie poster

The Majestic (2001)

"Sometimes your life comes into focus one frame at a time."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 62%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 34% (RT: 42%, MC: 27) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
DramaRomance

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Runtime
2h 32m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.7/10 (818 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
42%
Metacritic
27
Cast
Jim Carrey as Peter Appleton
Martin Landau as Harry Trimble
Laurie Holden as Adele Stanton
Gerry Black as Emmett Smith
David Ogden Stiers as Doc Stanton
Bob Balaban as Elvin Glyde
Jeffrey DeMunn as Mayor Ernie Cole
Hal Holbrook as Congressman Doyle
It's divisive. Only 62% of audiences liked it based on 818 votes. Critics scored it lower at 34%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
Set in 1951, a blacklisted Hollywood writer gets into a car accident, loses his memory and settles down in a small town where he is mistaken for a long-lost son. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • The iconic poster for The Majestic was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
  • The initial cut of The Majestic was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
  • It remains one of the highest-rated drama films of 2001 among dedicated fans.
Audience Consensus

The Majestic is a 2001 drama, romance film directed by Frank Darabont. Set in 1951, a blacklisted Hollywood writer gets into a car accident, loses his memory and settles down in a small town where he is mistaken for a long-lost son. The film has been rated by 818 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a drama film, The Majestic 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 Majestic (2001) 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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