The Good Shepherd
"Edward Wilson believed in America, and he would sacrifice everything he loved to protect it."
Originally released in 2006. The Good Shepherd is a drama/thriller film. directed by Robert De Niro. With a runtime of 2h 47m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Matt Damon, Angelina Jolie, and Robert De Niro
Synopsis
Edward Wilson, the only witness to his father's suicide and member of the Skull and Bones Society while a student at Yale, is a morally upright young man who values honor and discretion, qualities that help him to be recruited for a career in the newly founded OSS. His dedication to his work does not come without a price though, leading him to sacrifice his ideals and eventually his family.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 11, 2006
19 years ago
Runtime
2h 47m
167 minutes total
User Rating
6.4/10
Good (1,246 votes)
Budget
$85M
Production budget
Box Office
$100.3M
1.2x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Matt Damon
as Edward Bell Wilson
Angelina Jolie
as Margaret Ann Russell
Robert De Niro
as Bill Sullivan
Alec Baldwin
as Sam Murach
William Hurt
as Philip Allen
Joe Pesci
as Joseph Palmi
John Turturro
as Raymond Brocco
Billy Crudup
as Archibald Cummings
Tammy Blanchard
as Laura
Michael Gambon
as Dr. Fredericks
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $85,000,000
- Revenue
- $100,266,865
Production Companies
- Universal Pictures
- Morgan Creek Entertainment
- Tribeca Productions
- American Zoetrope
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Good Shepherd about?
Edward Wilson, the only witness to his father's suicide and member of the Skull and Bones Society while a student at Yale, is a morally upright young man who values honor and discretion, qualities ...
Who directed The Good Shepherd?
The Good Shepherd was directed by Robert De Niro.
How long is The Good Shepherd?
The Good Shepherd has a runtime of 2 hours and 47 minutes (167 minutes total).
When was The Good Shepherd released?
The Good Shepherd was released on December 11, 2006 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Good Shepherd?
The main cast of The Good Shepherd includes Matt Damon, Angelina Jolie, Robert De Niro, Alec Baldwin, William Hurt.
Is The Good Shepherd worth watching?
The Good Shepherd has a user rating of 6.4/10 based on 1,246 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.