Meet Joe Black (1998)
Movie 2h 58m ★ 7.4/10
Good for tonight if you want to: i want to feel something, blow my mind
Dating from 1998, Meet Joe Black sits in the drama, fantasy and romance corner of our catalogue. It is directed by Martin Brest. The cast includes Anthony Hopkins, Brad Pitt and Jeffrey Tambor. The running time is 2h 58m. Audiences give it a strong score of 7.4 out of 10.
60Tonight Score Well rated, long, so plan the evening, a classic.
Synopsis
Bill Parrish has it all - success, wealth and power. Days before his 65th birthday, he receives a visit from a mysterious stranger, Joe Black, who soon reveals himself as Death. In exchange for extra time, Bill agrees to serve as Joe's earthly guide. But will he regret his choice when Joe unexpectedly falls in love with Bill's beautiful daughter Susan?
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Cast & crew
- Martin BrestDirector
- Anthony Hopkinsas William Parrish
- Brad Pittas Joe Black / Young Man in Coffee Shop
- Jeffrey Tamboras Quince
- Marcia Gay Hardenas Allison
- Jake Weberas Drew
- Claire Forlanias Susan Parrish
- Marylouise Burkeas Lillian
- June Squibbas Helen
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Questions about Meet Joe Black
- What genre is Meet Joe Black?
- Meet Joe Black is categorised as Drama, Fantasy, Romance.
- Who stars in Meet Joe Black?
- Anthony Hopkins, Brad Pitt, Jeffrey Tambor, Marcia Gay Harden, Jake Weber appear in the main cast.
- Who directed Meet Joe Black?
- Martin Brest directed Meet Joe Black.
- How long is Meet Joe Black?
- Meet Joe Black runs for 2h 58m (178 minutes).
- Is Meet Joe Black worth watching?
- It holds an audience score of 7.4/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
- Where can I watch Meet Joe Black?
- Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.
