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TMDB19932h 21mThriller / Crime / Drama

The Pelican Brief

Two Supreme Court Justices have been assassinated. One lone law student has stumbled upon the truth. An investigative journalist wants her story. Everybody else wants her dead.

A law student's theory about the recent deaths of two Supreme Court justices embroils her in a far-reaching web of murder, corruption, and greed.

TMDB audience score

Based on 1,843 votes

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The Pelican Brief at a glance

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Runtime

Long watch · 2h 21m

At 2h 21m it runs over two hours.

Genres

Thriller · Crime · Drama

TMDB files it under thriller, crime, and drama.

US availability

1 free · 6 to rent · 5 to buy

Not listed on a subscription service. Free or ad-supported on YouTube Free. Listed to rent from 6 stores. Listed to buy from 5 stores.

TMDB audience score

6.6 / 10 on TMDB

TMDB users rate it 6.6 out of 10 across 1,843 votes, a positive audience score. That is a large sample of voters.

Why watch The Pelican Brief tonight

  • It needs the whole evening: 2h 21m.
  • It is free to watch on YouTube Free in the US.
  • TMDB users rate it 6.6 out of 10 across 1,843 votes.
  • There is a trailer on this page if you want a look first.

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Questions about The Pelican Brief

Is The Pelican Brief scary?
MyCinema has not rated The Pelican Brief for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a thriller, crime, and drama film. It is rated PG-13 in the United States.
Where can I watch The Pelican Brief in the US?
The Pelican Brief is free on YouTube Free and can be rented from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and 3 more in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.
How long is The Pelican Brief?
The Pelican Brief runs 2 hours 21 minutes (141 minutes).
Is The Pelican Brief suitable for kids?
The Pelican Brief is rated PG-13 in the United States, which means some material may be unsuitable for children under 13. It is not suitable for young children.

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