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Double Jeopardy (1999)

โ€œMurder isn't always a crime.โ€

6.6/10 ยท 1,555 votes 1h 45m r ThrillerDramaCrimeMystery

#63 of 105 films from 1999 #1107 of 2475 in thriller

Directed by Bruce Beresford ยท Written by David Weisberg, Douglas S. Cook

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Overview

Libby Parsons, wrongly convicted of her husband Nick's murder, thinks he is still alive. She survives the long years in prison with two burning desires sustaining her -- finding her son and solving the mystery that destroyed her once-happy life. Standing between her and her quest, however, is her parole officer, Travis Lehman. Libby poses a challenge to the cynical officer, one that forces him to face up to his own failings while pitting him against his superior and law enforcement colleagues, as she plunges into a desperate fight for justice, survival, and revenge.

Cast

Tommy Lee Jonesas Travis Lehman
Ashley Juddas Libby Parsons
Bruce Greenwoodas Nick Parsons
Benjamin Weiras Four-Year-Old Matty Parsons
Annabeth Gishas Angie Green
Jay Brazeauas Bobby Long
Roma Maffiaas Margaret Skolowski
Davenia McFaddenas Evelyn
Gillian Barberas Rebecca Tingely
Michael Gastonas Cutter
John Maclarenas Rudy
Ed Evankoas Warren
Bruce Campbellas Bartender at Party
Brennan Elliottas Yuppie Man

Facts

Release dateSeptember 24, 1999
Runtime105 min (1h 45m) โ€” about the same as the 1999 average of 110 min
GenresThriller, Drama, Crime, Mystery
LanguageEN
Budget$70,000,000
Box office$177,841,558 (2.5ร— budget)
IMDbtt0150377

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Questions

How long is Double Jeopardy?
Double Jeopardy runs 105 minutes (1h 45m).
Is Double Jeopardy worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.6/10 across 1,555 votes, which places it #63 of 105 films released in 1999 in this index (top 41%) and #1107 among 2475 thriller titles.
Who directed Double Jeopardy?
Double Jeopardy was directed by Bruce Beresford. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Mr. Church (2016), Driving Miss Daisy (1989), The Contract (2006).
Who stars in Double Jeopardy?
Tommy Lee Jones as Travis Lehman; Ashley Judd as Libby Parsons; Bruce Greenwood as Nick Parsons; Benjamin Weir as Four-Year-Old Matty Parsons; Annabeth Gish as Angie Green; Jay Brazeau as Bobby Long.
What is Double Jeopardy rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Double Jeopardy?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/19949.

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