The Pledge 2001
“Detective Jerry Black has made a promise he can't break, to catch a killer he can't find.”
What is The Pledge?
The Pledge is a film first released in 2001. Catalogued under Crime, Drama, Mystery, Thriller.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2001
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 124 minutes
- Release date
- Jan 19, 2001
- Studios
- Franchise Pictures, Clyde Is Hungry Films
- Genres
- Crime, Drama, Mystery, Thriller
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Overview
The Pledge is a film first released in 2001. Catalogued under Crime, Drama, Mystery, Thriller. Produced and broadcast by Franchise Pictures, Clyde Is Hungry Films. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A retiring police chief vows to hunt down a daughter's killer.”
- Jack Nicholson leads with a compelling performance
- Sean Penn’s direction gives the film an atmospheric neo-noir feel
- A tense mystery that probes promises and obsession
- Deliberate pacing may feel slow for some viewers
- Dark, gritty tone and R rating limit younger audiences
Watch it if you appreciate character‑driven crime dramas with a brooding atmosphere.
The film’s R rating and intense, gritty themes make it suitable for mature audiences.
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Frequently asked questions
Who directed The Pledge?
The film was co‑produced and directed by Sean Penn.
Who stars as the police chief?
Jack Nicholson plays the lead role of the police chief.
What is the basic premise?
A retiring police chief pledges to help a woman find her daughter's killer.
What genres describe the film?
It is classified as a crime, drama, mystery, thriller and neo‑noir psychological thriller.
How long is the movie?
The runtime is approximately 2 hours and 4 minutes.
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