Grand Canyon
Seen it?1991 | 134 min | Drama, Crime, Comedy
Sunday Safe BetWhy it’s a Sunday Safe Bet
It earned strong reviews (77% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had a lukewarm 6.4 out of 10 from audiences. A safe bet when you want something reliable.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for crime-drama fans and anyone who wants a laugh. Critics rate it higher than audiences do, so it rewards patience more than it chases thrills.
- The mood
- Funny with heart.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 2 hr 14 min.
- What might put you off
- Rated R: meant for adults.
The lives of six residents from different backgrounds intertwine in modern-day Los Angeles. At the center is the unlikely friendship of two men from different races and classes brought together when one finds himself in jeopardy in the other's rough neighborhood.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsStrong
77% on Rotten Tomatoes, 64 on Metacritic
- AudiencesBelow par
6.4 out of 10
- AwardsSolid
Won 1 Berlin award: Golden Bear. Also nominated for 1 Oscar. Plus 1 other award.
- Box office & staying powerSolid
$41 million worldwide; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactSolid
About 56K people sought it out in the past year
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Directed by Lawrence Kasdan
- Danny GloverSimon
- Kevin KlineMack
- Steve MartinDavis
- Mary McDonnellClaire
- Mary-Louise ParkerDee
- Alfre WoodardJane
- Jeremy SistoRoberto
- Tina LiffordDeborah
- Patrick MaloneOtis
- Sarah TriggerVanessa