Jessie is an aging career criminal who has been in more jails, fights, schemes, and lineups than just about anyone else. His son Vito, while currently on the straight and narrow, has had a fairly shady past and is indeed no stranger to illegal activity. They both have great hope for Adam, Vito's son and Jessie's grandson, who is bright, good-looking, and without a criminal past.
| Year | 1989 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Crime, Drama, Comedy |
| Director | Sidney Lumet |
| Runtime | 110 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 5.7/10 (272 votes) |
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This is a comedy that knows its limits. Doesn't reach for grotesque when irony is enough, doesn't ask the audience to take things too seriously.
Worth watching for a good mood and a couple of genuinely funny moments. Doesn't promise depth — but doesn't pretend to have it either.
Good for watching with people who need to unwind after a long day. Not for those seeking depth.
Director: Sidney Lumet
— MovieFinder Editorial
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Viewing atmosphere: With friends or a partner when you don't want anything complicated. Good mood guaranteed.
Sean Connery
Jessie McMullen
Dustin Hoffman
Vito McMullen
Matthew Broderick
Adam McMullen
Rosanna DeSoto
Elaine
Janet Carroll
Margie
Victoria Jackson
Christine
Bill McCutcheon
Doheny
Deborah Rush
Michele Dempsey
Marilyn Cooper
Rose
Salem Ludwig
Nat
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