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Raising Arizona (1987)

"Their lawless years are behind them. Their child-rearing years lay ahead..."

7.119871h 34mEN
ComedyCrime

Directed by Joel Coen

Rating

7.1/10

Runtime

1h 34m

Language

EN

Release

March 13, 1987

Director

Joel Coen

Official Trailer

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Overview

When a childless couple—an ex-con and an ex-cop—take one of a wealthy family’s quintuplets to raise as their own, their lives grow more complicated than anticipated.

Cast

Nicolas Cage

Nicolas Cage

H.I.

Holly Hunter

Holly Hunter

Ed

Trey Wilson

Trey Wilson

Nathan Arizona, Sr.

John Goodman

John Goodman

Gale

William Forsythe

William Forsythe

Evelle

Sam McMurray

Sam McMurray

Glen

Frances McDormand

Frances McDormand

Dot

Randall 'Tex' Cobb

Randall 'Tex' Cobb

Leonard Smalls

T.J. Kuhn

T.J. Kuhn

Nathan Junior

Lynne Kitei

Lynne Kitei

Florence Arizona

Peter Benedek

Peter Benedek

Prison Counselor

Charles 'Lew' Smith

Charles 'Lew' Smith

Nice Old Grocery Man

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Raising Arizona (1987), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

When a childless couple—an ex-con and an ex-cop—take one of a wealthy family’s quintuplets to raise as their own, their lives grow more complicated than anticipated.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Raising Arizona. 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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