Jacob's Ladder 1990
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56 Reviews
75%
Gummy
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SplatAfter returning home from the Vietnam War, veteran Jacob Singer struggles to maintain his sanity. Plagued by hallucinations and flashbacks, Singer rapidly falls apart as the world and people around him morph and twist into disturbing images. His girlfriend, Jezzie, and ex-wife, Sarah, try to help, but to little avail. Even Singer's chiropractor friend, Louis, fails to reach him as he descends into madness.
Videos & Photos
All 5 Videos & 245 Photos
cast
Full Cast & Crew
as Jacob
as Jezzie
as Louis
as Michael
as Paul
as Geary
as Sarah
as Frank
as George
as Doug
Director:
Writer:
Bruce Joel Rubin
Stars:
Tim Robbins, Elizabeth Peña, Danny Aiello, Matt Craven, Pruitt Taylor Vince, Jason Alexander, Patricia Kalember, Eriq La Salle, Ving Rhames, Brian Tarantina,
Genres:
Drama,Mystery,Horror
Release Date:
1990 (U.S.A)
Run Time:
113 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
Jacob's Ladder
Directors & Credit Writers
Credit Writers
BJR
Cast
as Jacob
as Jezzie
as Louis
as Michael
as Paul
as Geary
as Sarah
as Frank
as George
as Doug
as Rod
as Jerry
as Elsa
as Hospital Receptionist
as Group Leader
as Santa
as Street Singer
as Street Singer
as Taxi Driver
as Drunk
as Sam
as Tony
as Mrs. Carmichael
as Jacob's Doctor
as Policeman
as Field Medic
as Field Medic
as Field Doctor
as Field Doctor
as Woman on Subway
as Army Officer
as Army Officer
as Emergency Ward Nurse
as Resident Doctor
as Evil Doctor
as Jed
as Eli
as Doorman
as Nurse
as Nurse
as Nurse
as Della
as Field Sergeant
as EMT Bearer
as Attendant
as Orderly
as Orderly
as Partygoer
as Partygoer
as Partygoer
as Partygoer
as Paul's Wife
as Mourner
as Mourner
as Street Kid
as Machine Gunner
as Masked Man
as Hospital Patient
as Hospital Patient
as Hospital Patient
as Hospital Patient
as Hospital Patient
as Hospital Patient
as Jacob's Assailant
as Factory Worker (uncredited)
as Tommy, Patient (uncredited)
as Pool Player (uncredited)
as Self - Game Show Panelist (archive footage) (uncredited)
as Gabe (uncredited)
as Straight Jacket Patient (uncredited)
as Eyeless Doctor (uncredited)
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