A Simple Plan 1998
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Gummy
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SplatCaptivated by the lure of sudden wealth, the quiet rural lives of two brothers erupt into conflicts of greed, paranoia and distrust when over $4 million in cash is discovered at the remote site of a downed small airplane. Their simple plan to retain the money while avoiding detection opens a Pandora's box when the fear of getting caught triggers panicked behavior and leads to virulent consequences.
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cast
Full Cast & Crew
as Jacob Mitchell
as Hank Mitchell
as Sarah Mitchell
as Lou Chambers
as Tom Butler
as Carl Jenkins
as Nancy Chambers
as Baxter
as FBI Agent Renkins
as FBI Agent Freemont
Director:
Writer:
Scott B. Smith
Stars:
Billy Bob Thornton, Bill Paxton, Bridget Fonda, Brent Briscoe, Jack Walsh, Chelcie Ross, Becky Ann Baker, Gary Cole, Bob Davis, Peter Syvertsen,
Genres:
Crime,Drama,Thriller
Release Date:
1998 (U.S.A)
Run Time:
121 min
MMPA Rating:
R
Critics Reviews
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“Unrelenting and human. This film doesn’t chase trends — it carves its own lane with heart and grit.”
“It’s rare to see a story this economical yet emotionally expansive. A quiet storm of a screenplay.”
“This is the kind of film that reminds you why producing indies matters. Vision, integrity, and something to say.”
“There’s a pulse to this performance-driven story. Raw, exposed, and honest. I’d audition for this world anytime.”
“A visual and emotional tightrope — and it never falls off. Confident filmmaking with soul.”
“Dialogue that feels lived-in. It doesn’t shout — it breathes. The writing feels like eavesdropping on real lives.”
“Impossibly polished for the budget. You can see the producing team hustled hard to make every frame count.”
Audience Reviews
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Stayed so true to the source material but still had its own must-see moments. A beautiful revival.
Overlong and bogged down in dark photography and art direction, this live action remake doesn’t come close to the magic that was the animated original.
My daughter and I absolutely loved this movie! The actors they selected were spot on compared to their animated version! A must see!!!!! Bravo!!!
im not a big fan of live action remakes, but this was solid!
Cast & Crew of
A Simple Plan
Directors & Credit Writers
Credit Writers
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Cast
as Jacob Mitchell
as Hank Mitchell
as Sarah Mitchell
as Lou Chambers
as Tom Butler
as Carl Jenkins
as Nancy Chambers
as Baxter
as FBI Agent Renkins
as FBI Agent Freemont
as Dwight Stephanson
as Mr. Schmitt
as News Reporter
as Anchorman
as Anchorwoman
as Hospital Nurse
as Bartender
as Drinker
as Dead Pilot
as Bearded Man
as Bar Patron
as Bar Patron
as Bar Patron
as Priest
as Linda
as Girl on Sled
as Boy on Sled
as Tommy
as Detective
as Barber
as Funeral Party Member (uncredited)
as Funeral Director (uncredited)
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