The Pelican Brief (1993)
The Pelican Brief is a 1993 thriller movie directed by Alan J. Pakula, with a running time of 2h 21m. It stars Julia Roberts, Denzel Washington and Sam Shepard.
A law student's theory about the recent deaths of two Supreme Court justices embroils her in a far-reaching web of murder, corruption, and greed.
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What is The Pelican Brief about?
A law student's theory about the recent deaths of two Supreme Court justices embroils her in a far-reaching web of murder, corruption, and greed.
When was The Pelican Brief released?
The Pelican Brief was released on 17 September 1993.
How long is The Pelican Brief?
The Pelican Brief runs 2h 21m.
Who made The Pelican Brief?
The Pelican Brief was directed by Alan J. Pakula.
Where can I watch The Pelican Brief?
The Pelican Brief is available on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, Spectrum On Demand and YouTube.
Where to watch The Pelican Brief
Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, Spectrum On Demand, YouTube
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Cast
- Julia Roberts as Darby Shaw
- Denzel Washington as Gray Grantham
- Sam Shepard as Thomas Callahan
- John Heard as Gavin Vereek
- Tony Goldwyn as Fletcher Coal
- James B. Sikking as Denton Voyles
- William Atherton as Bob Gminski
- Robert Culp as The President
- Stanley Tucci as Khamel
- Hume Cronyn as Justice Rosenberg
- John Lithgow as Smith Keen
- Anthony Heald as Marty Velmano
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