The Rainmaker
"They were totally unqualified to try the case of a lifetime... but every underdog has his day."
Originally released in 1997. The Rainmaker is a drama/crime film. directed by Francis Ford Coppola. With a runtime of 2h 15m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Matt Damon, Claire Danes, and Danny DeVito
Synopsis
Fresh out of law school and desperate for work, idealistic rookie Rudy Baylor takes on a powerful insurance company accused of denying a dying boy’s claim. Teaming up with a scrappy, unlicensed paralegal, he finds himself in a David-versus-Goliath courtroom battle that tests his ethics, courage, and belief in justice.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 18, 1997
28 years ago
Runtime
2h 15m
135 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (1,420 votes)
Budget
$40M
Production budget
Box Office
$45.9M
1.1x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Matt Damon
as Rudy Baylor
Claire Danes
as Kelly Riker
Danny DeVito
as Deck Shifflet
Jon Voight
as Leo F. Drummond
Mary Kay Place
as Dot Black
Dean Stockwell
as Judge Harvey Hale
Mickey Rourke
as Bruiser Stone
Danny Glover
as Richter Tyrone Kipler
Virginia Madsen
as Jackie Lemancyzk
Randy Travis
as Billy Porter
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $40,000,000
- Revenue
- $45,916,769
Production Companies
- Douglas/Reuther Productions
- American Zoetrope
- Constellation Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Rainmaker about?
Fresh out of law school and desperate for work, idealistic rookie Rudy Baylor takes on a powerful insurance company accused of denying a dying boy’s claim. Teaming up with a scrappy, unlicensed p...
Who directed The Rainmaker?
The Rainmaker was directed by Francis Ford Coppola.
How long is The Rainmaker?
The Rainmaker has a runtime of 2 hours and 15 minutes (135 minutes total).
When was The Rainmaker released?
The Rainmaker was released on November 18, 1997 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Rainmaker?
The main cast of The Rainmaker includes Matt Damon, Claire Danes, Danny DeVito, Jon Voight, Mary Kay Place.
Is The Rainmaker worth watching?
The Rainmaker has a user rating of 7.0/10 based on 1,420 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.