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Movie poster: The Devil's Own (1997)
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The Devil's Own

1997 · 107 min Crime Thriller Drama
6.2 / 10 · TMDB

Frankie McGuire, one of the IRA's deadliest assassins, draws an American family into the crossfire of terrorism. But when he is sent to the U.S. to buy weapons, Frankie is housed with the family of Tom O'Meara, a New York cop who knows nothing about Frankie's real identity. Their surprising friendship, and Tom's growing suspicions, forces Frankie to choose between the promise of peace or a lifetime of murder.

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📋 Film Details

Year 1997
Country United States of America
Genre Crime, Thriller, Drama
Director Alan J. Pakula
Runtime 107 min.
Rating TMDB: 6.2/10 (1334 votes)

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The film doesn't rush. It trusts the viewer — gives time to inhabit the characters, understand what's really happening. Direction here serves the actors rather than overwhelming them.

This film doesn't entertain — it speaks. If you're ready for that, it'll leave a mark. If not — it'll seem slow.

A good choice for those who value subtle direction and honest performance.

Director: Alan J. Pakula

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Viewing atmosphere: Unhurried, on a weekday evening. Put down the phone, let the film work.

🎭 Cast

Harrison Ford

Harrison Ford

Tom O'Meara

Brad Pitt

Brad Pitt

Rory Devaney

Margaret Colin

Margaret Colin

Sheila O'Meara

Rubén Blades

Rubén Blades

Edwin Diaz

Treat Williams

Treat Williams

Billy Burke

George Hearn

George Hearn

Peter Fitzsimmons

Mitchell Ryan

Mitchell Ryan

Chief Jim Kelly

Natascha McElhone

Natascha McElhone

Megan Doherty

Paul Ronan

Paul Ronan

Sean Phelan

Simon Jones

Simon Jones

Harry Sloan

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