Life (1999)
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Two men in 1930s Mississippi become friends after being sentenced to life in prison together for a crime they did not commit.
Cast
Eddie Murphyas Rayford Gibson
Martin Lawrenceas Claude Banks
Obba Babatundéas Willie Long
Nick Cassavetesas Sergeant Dillard
Bernie Macas Jangle Leg
Michael Taliferroas Goldmouth
Anthony Andersonas Cookie
Barry Shabaka Henleyas Pokerface
Miguel A. Núñez Jr.as Biscuit
Bokeem Woodbineas Can't Get Right
Lisa Nicole Carsonas Sylvia
Guy Torryas Radio
Sanaa Lathanas Daisy
Brooks Almyas Billy's Mama
Facts
| Release date | April 16, 1999 |
| Runtime | 108 min (1h 48m) — about the same as the 1999 average of 110 min |
| Genres | Comedy, Crime |
| Language | EN |
| Budget | $80,000,000 |
| Box office | $73,500,000 (0.9× budget) |
| IMDb | tt0123964 |
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Questions
How long is Life?
Life runs 108 minutes (1h 48m).
Is Life worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.7/10 across 913 votes, which places it #55 of 105 films released in 1999 in this index (top 49%) and #1272 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed Life?
Life was directed by Ted Demme. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Blow (2001).
Who stars in Life?
Eddie Murphy as Rayford Gibson; Martin Lawrence as Claude Banks; Obba Babatundé as Willie Long; Nick Cassavetes as Sergeant Dillard; Bernie Mac as Jangle Leg; Michael Taliferro as Goldmouth.
What is Life rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Life?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/24570.