Critical Condition
"A comedy of epidemic proportions."
Originally released in 1987. Critical Condition is a comedy film. directed by Michael Apted.
Starring Richard Pryor, Rachel Ticotin, and Rubén Blades
Synopsis
Eddie is a con artist. When he's framed and comes before a judge, he hopes to get off the hook by climbing insanity—but instead ends up in a hospital for a mental assessment. That night, a storm causes a power failure and, in the ensuing chaos, Eddie is mistaken for a doctor and suddenly finds himself in charge of the hospital.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 16, 1987
39 years ago
Runtime
1h 40m
100 minutes total
User Rating
5.5/10
Mixed (79 votes)
Budget
$14M
Production budget
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $14,000,000
Production Companies
- Paramount Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Critical Condition about?
Eddie is a con artist. When he's framed and comes before a judge, he hopes to get off the hook by climbing insanity—but instead ends up in a hospital for a mental assessment. That night, a storm ...
Who directed Critical Condition?
Critical Condition was directed by Michael Apted.
How long is Critical Condition?
Critical Condition has a runtime of 1 hours and 40 minutes (100 minutes total).
When was Critical Condition released?
Critical Condition was released on January 16, 1987 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Critical Condition?
The main cast of Critical Condition includes Richard Pryor, Rachel Ticotin, Rubén Blades, Maria Cardinale, Joe Mantegna.