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The Rainmaker 1997

“They were totally unqualified to try the case of a lifetime... but every underdog has his day.”

★ 7.0/10 PG-13 DramaCrimeThriller Released
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What is The Rainmaker?

The Rainmaker is a film first released in 1997. Catalogued under Drama, Crime, Thriller.

Type
Film
Year
1997
Status
Released
Runtime
135 minutes
Release date
Nov 18, 1997
Studios
Douglas/Reuther Productions, American Zoetrope, Constellation Films
Genres
Drama, Crime, Thriller
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84 /100 Solid Watch
⚡ Pacing & Momentum8.6/10
🧠 Narrative Depth8.9/10
🔄 Rewatch Potential7.7/10
🎬 Production Scale8.2/10
🎯 Feature Film #Drama #Crime #Thriller

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The Rainmaker is a film first released in 1997. Catalogued under Drama, Crime, Thriller. Produced and broadcast by Douglas/Reuther Productions, American Zoetrope, Constellation Films. Current status: Released.

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Should you watch it?

“A fresh law graduate battles a corporate giant to win justice for a dying child.”

Reasons to watch
  • Compelling underdog courtroom drama
  • Tense legal battle against a powerful corporation
  • Solid PG-13 drama with crime thriller elements
Keep in mind
  • Long runtime of 2h15m may feel drawn out
  • PG-13 rating includes some intense themes

Watch it if you enjoy tense legal battles and stories of ordinary people taking on big corporations.

The film’s serious courtroom drama and mature themes make it suitable for older teens and adults.

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When was "The Rainmaker" released?

It was released in the United States on November 21, 1997.

What is the film’s rating?

The movie is rated PG-13.

How long is the film?

The runtime is approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes.

What genre does the movie belong to?

It is classified as a drama, crime, and thriller.

What is the basic premise of the story?

A recent law graduate teams up with an unlicensed paralegal to challenge an insurance company over a dying boy’s denied claim.

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