The Rainmaker
They were totally unqualified to try the case of a lifetime... but every underdog has his day.
When Rudy Baylor, a young attorney with no clients, goes to work for a seedy ambulance chaser, he wants to help the parents of a terminally ill boy in their suit against an insurance company. But to take on corporate America, Rudy and a scrappy paralegal must open their own law firm.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: The Rainmaker
- Genres: Drama, Crime, Thriller
- Release Date: 1997-11-18
- Runtime: 135 minutes
- Rating: 7/10 (1376 votes)
- Budget: $40,000,000
- Revenue: $45,916,769
- Production Companies: Douglas/Reuther Productions, American Zoetrope, Constellation Films
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 6.1698
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Rainmaker?▼
The Rainmaker is a Drama, Crime, Thriller movie directed by . It was released on 1997-11-18.
Who are the main actors in The Rainmaker?▼
The main cast includes Matt Damon, Claire Danes, Danny DeVito, Jon Voight, Mary Kay Place, .
Where can I watch The Rainmaker online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Rainmaker is available.
Is The Rainmaker based on a true story?▼
They were totally unqualified to try the case of a lifetime... but every underdog has his day.
What is the IMDb rating of The Rainmaker?▼
The Rainmaker has an IMDb rating of 7/10 based on 1376 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Rainmaker?▼
The movie had a production budget of $40,000,000 and earned $45,916,769 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Rainmaker?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Douglas/Reuther Productions, American Zoetrope, Constellation Films. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Rainmaker filmed?▼
The Rainmaker was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Rainmaker?▼
The total runtime of The Rainmaker is 135 minutes.
Is The Rainmaker suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Rainmaker?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Rainmaker.
Does The Rainmaker have a post-credit scene?▼
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