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The Firm

1993·Movie
2h 34min·R
67
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb6.9Metacritic587.2Rotten Tomatoes77%65%
IMDb6.9Metacritic587.2Rotten Tomatoes77%65%

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High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Nerve-racking and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension9
  • Adrenaline7
  • Fast Pace7

Heart

Cathartic

Much of it is about family.

  • Catharsis7
  • Family Dynamics7
  • Romance6

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Dark Humor2
  • Situational Comedy1

World

Everyday modern life, crime, and the mind

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout direction, performances, and storytelling

  • Intrigue9
  • Direction8
  • Acting8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBinge-FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

Power can be murder to resist.

Mitch McDeere is a young man with a promising future in Law. About to sit his Bar exam, he is approached by 'The Firm' and made an offer he doesn't refuse. Seduced by the money and gifts showered on him, he is totally oblivious to the more sinister side of his company. Then, two Associates are murdered. The FBI contact him, asking him for information and suddenly his life is ruined. He has a choice - work with the FBI, or stay with the Firm. Either way he will lose his life as he knows it. Mitch figures the only way out is to follow his own plan...
Legal ThrillerCorporate CrimeHigh-Stakes SuspenseMoral DilemmaFast-Paced PlotGrisham AdaptationConspiracyCat-and-MouseIntriguing Narrative

Crew

Directed by:
Sydney Pollack, Anne Rapp, David McGiffert
Written by:
Robert Towne, John Grisham, David Rayfiel
Produced by:
Sydney Pollack, Barbara Harris, John Davis
Composed by:
Doug Hemphill, Chris Jenkins, Jonathan Klein

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Firm

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Firm legally?

fuboTVHBO MaxParamount+KanopyHooplaCinemax

The Firm is included with a subscription to fuboTV, Paramount+, and HBO Max in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Hoopla, and YouTube Free. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Firm worth watching?

67
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 68/100 (IMDb 6.9, Rotten Tomatoes 77%, and Metacritic 58). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Firm rated?

RViolenceSexual contentStrong language

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence, sexual content, and strong language.

How long is The Firm?

2 h 34 min

The Firm runs 2 h 34 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Firm?

Critics68
Audiences69

Yes. Critics average 68 and audiences 69 out of 100, so both groups see The Firm much the same way.

Was The Firm a box office hit?

Budget$42 million
Box office$270 million

Yes, a big one. It cost about $42 million to make and earned $270 million worldwide, 6.4 times its budget.

What language is The Firm in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Firm?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Firm in 92 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Firm use?

Adaptational HeroismAdaptational JerkassAffably EvilDon't Ask, Just RunShout-OutChekhov's SkillVillainous BreakdownSir Not-Appearing-in-This-TrailerInsistent TerminologyUngrateful BastardArtistic Licence – LawKarma Houdiniand 75 more

TV Tropes lists 87 storytelling tropes for The Firm, including Adaptational Heroism, Adaptational Jerkass, Affably Evil.