The Rat Pack
Seen it?1998 | 120 min | Drama
Sunday Safe Betearly ratingWhy it’s a Sunday Safe Bet
It won 3 Emmys, though it had middling reviews (57% on Rotten Tomatoes) and soft box office. 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 anyone who loves a strong drama.
- The mood
- Thoughtful and character-driven.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 2 hr.
- What might put you off
- Rated R: meant for adults.
After a brief flash-forward to Frank Sinatra as an old man, saying "I miss my guys," the movie's main narrative begins during high points in the solo careers of the Rat Pack: Dean Martin has become a big success despite the breakup of his partnership with Jerry Lewis; Sinatra's career is at its peak; Sammy Davis, Jr., is making a comeback after a near fatal car crash, and standup comic Joey Bishop is gaining exposure as an opening act for the other three. The Pack becomes complete when Sinatra reconciles with actor Peter Lawford, who has been ostracized since being seen out publicly with Sinatra's ex-wife, Ava Gardner.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsBelow par
57% on Rotten Tomatoes
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsVery strong
Won 3 Emmys: Primetime Emmy Awards: Outstanding Art Direction for a Miniseries or a Movie, Primetime Emmy Awards: Outstanding Music Direction, Primetime Emmy Awards: | Outstanding Sound Mixing for a Miniseries or a Movie. Won 1 Golden Globe: Golden Globe Awards: Best Supporting Actor in a Series, Miniseries or Motion Picture Made for Television. Also nominated for 7 more Emmys, 1 SAG Award and 2 DGA Awards. Plus 4 other awards.
- Reach & staying powerBelow par
Streaming release that reached a small audience so far; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactBelow par
About 53K people sought it out in the past year
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Cast & crew
Directed by Rob Cohen
- Ray LiottaFrank Sinatra
- Joe MantegnaDean Martin
- Don CheadleSammy Davis Jr.
- Angus MacfadyenPeter Lawford
- William L. PetersenJohn F. Kennedy
- Željko IvanekBobby Kennedy
- Bobby SlaytonJoey Bishop
- Megan DoddsMay Britt
- Deborah Kara UngerAva Gardner
- Veronica CartwrightRocky Cooper