Witness (1985) movie poster

Witness (1985)

"A big city cop. A small country boy. They have nothing in common... but a murder."
ThumbScore
👍 74%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 85% (RT: 94%, MC: 76) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Runtime
1h 52m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.1/10 (1,854 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
94%
Metacritic
76
Cast
Harrison Ford as John Book
Kelly McGillis as Rachel
Josef Sommer as Schaeffer
Lukas Haas as Samuel
Jan Rubeš as Eli Lapp
Alexander Godunov as Daniel Hochleitner
Danny Glover as McFee
Brent Jennings as Carter
Most people think so. 74% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 1,854 votes. Critics gave it 85%.
Overview
While protecting an Amish boy – the sole witness to a brutal murder – and his mother, a detective is forced to seek refuge within their community when his own life comes under threat. Wikipedia ↗
Fun Facts
  • The iconic poster for Witness was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
  • It remains one of the highest-rated crime films of 1985 among dedicated fans.
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
Audience Consensus

Witness is a 1985 crime, drama, thriller film directed by Peter Weir. While protecting an Amish boy – the sole witness to a brutal murder – and his mother, a detective is forced to seek refuge within their community when his own life comes under threat. The film has been rated by 1,854 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a crime film, Witness 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. Witness (1985) 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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