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Against All Odds (1984)

"Sometimes love is the most dangerous game of all."

5.719842h 1mEN
CrimeDramaRomanceThriller

Directed by Taylor Hackford

Rating

5.7/10

Runtime

2h 1m

Language

EN

Release

March 2, 1984

Director

Taylor Hackford

Official Trailer

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Overview

Having been cut from his professional football team, down-and-out athlete Terry Brogan is in desperate need of money. Crooked nightclub owner and bookie Jake Wise offers Terry a hefty sum to go to Mexico and find his girlfriend, Jessie Wyler. Terry cannot turn the offer down. When Terry locates Jess...

Cast

Jeff Bridges

Jeff Bridges

Terry Brogan

Rachel Ward

Rachel Ward

Jessie Wyler

James Woods

James Woods

Jake Wise

Alex Karras

Alex Karras

Hank Sully

Jane Greer

Jane Greer

Mrs. Wyler

Richard Widmark

Richard Widmark

Ben Caxton

Dorian Harewood

Dorian Harewood

Tommy

Swoosie Kurtz

Swoosie Kurtz

Edie

Saul Rubinek

Saul Rubinek

Steve Kirsch

Pat Corley

Pat Corley

Ed Phillips

Bill McKinney

Bill McKinney

Head Coach

Allen Williams

Allen Williams

Bob Soames

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Against All Odds (1984), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Having been cut from his professional football team, down-and-out athlete Terry Brogan is in desperate need of money. Crooked nightclub owner and bookie Jake Wise offers Terry a hefty sum to go to Mexico and find his girlfriend, Jessie Wyler. Terry cannot turn the offer down. When Terry locates Jessie, the two fall in love. Terry reports that he failed to find her, but Jake sends someone else. Terry and Jessie's love must endure unexpected twists.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Against All Odds. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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