We're No Angels (1989) movie poster

We're No Angels (1989)

"Escaped convicts disguised as priests. It'll take a miracle to get away with this one."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 67%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 48% (RT: 48%, MC: 48) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
ComedyCrime

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Director
Runtime
1h 46m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.2/10 (537 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
48%
Metacritic
48
Cast
Sean Penn as Jim
Demi Moore as Molly
Hoyt Axton as Father Levesque
Bruno Kirby as Deputy
Ray McAnally as Warden
James Russo as Bobby
Wallace Shawn as Translator
It's divisive. Only 67% of audiences liked it based on 537 votes. Critics gave it 48%.
Overview
Two escaped cons' only prayer to escape is to pass themselves off as priests and pass by the police blockade at the border into the safety of Canada. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • It remains one of the highest-rated comedy films of 1989 among dedicated fans.
  • Neil Jordan cited several classic comedy films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
Audience Consensus

We're No Angels is a 1989 comedy, crime film directed by Neil Jordan. Two escaped cons' only prayer to escape is to pass themselves off as priests and pass by the police blockade at the border into the safety of Canada. The film has been rated by 537 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a comedy film, We're No Angels 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. We're No Angels (1989) 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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