Runaway Jury

Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation | Release Date: October 17, 2003

8.5	USER SCORE Universal acclaim based on 182 Ratings

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Tss5078Feb 23, 2013

Like most John Grisham stories, Runaway Jury takes place mainly in the courtroom. Unlike his other stories thou, this movie follows the behind the scenes of a trial, what goes into selecting a jury, and what happens when someone throws aLike most John Grisham stories, Runaway Jury takes place mainly in the courtroom. Unlike his other stories thou, this movie follows the behind the scenes of a trial, what goes into selecting a jury, and what happens when someone throws a wrench into your plans. What once was unimaginable, can quickly become possible when millions of dollars are on the line. The cast, well just seeing those names up there should tell you, that they were all top notch. All the main characters had two different sides to them, inside and outside the courtroom and it was great to see who they are on the surface as well as who they really are on the inside. Like all Grisham films it comes down to a verdict, which was the result of information we didn't previously know. Runaway Jury follows the genre John Grisham has created to the letter. If you liked his other films, you'll like this one even more, because of its outstanding cast.… Expand

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RayzorMooseNov 12, 2013

I wanted to Runaway from this jury.
A very dry lackluster script that had unlimited potential for excitement. Really every character is unassuming and unlikeable and the actors seem to become lost within their stick like roles as randomI wanted to Runaway from this jury.
A very dry lackluster script that had unlimited potential for excitement. Really every character is unassuming and unlikeable and the actors seem to become lost within their stick like roles as random lines are tossed at them.… Expand

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SpangleMay 26, 2014

Runaway Jury is an ok movie. For about 3/4 of it, it is entirely lackluster and making you wonder if it will improve at all. Luckily, it does, as the twist at the end of the film saves this one from being one that you could miss and turns itRunaway Jury is an ok movie. For about 3/4 of it, it is entirely lackluster and making you wonder if it will improve at all. Luckily, it does, as the twist at the end of the film saves this one from being one that you could miss and turns it into one that is certainly worth a look. From the point of the twist being introduced, the film is incredibly engrossing and suspensful. Prior, it is implausible (after the twist is still implausible as well) and, honestly, rather silly. On top of this, I am not a huge fan of John Cusack in general and this one is no exception as his performance is sub-par, however, he is not the one to turn in the worst performance, rather that title goes to Dustin Hoffman. For Hoffman, this one feels entirely mailed in and his Louisiana accent is poor at best and feels very unnatural. Or, at least, I think he was trying for an accent. The only performance worth mentioning in terms of being good is Rachel Weisz' turn. She was really good in this and really was head and shoulders better than everyone else. Overall, this one is nothing more than ok. I guess I am just not a huge fan of Grisham.… Expand

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Compi24Aug 16, 2015

It'll keep you leaned forward in your chair with interest as it simultaneously shovels a unequivocally partisan message down your throat - "Runaway Jury" is a ceaselessly entertaining movie with a very sharp point to make.

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DonnaW.Nov 12, 2003

I enjoyed the movie but can't say it was riveting.

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CatJul 28, 2006

The worst movie I have ever seen, bar none. And I believe in gun control! It was just so contrived and melodramatic (oh, this juror's an alcoholic, this one's the victim of domestic abuse, blah blah blah) and the fairytale ending The worst movie I have ever seen, bar none. And I believe in gun control! It was just so contrived and melodramatic (oh, this juror's an alcoholic, this one's the victim of domestic abuse, blah blah blah) and the fairytale ending was just plain vapid and unrealistic. Not to mention that it was very poor in the technical department… Expand

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XuphorDec 12, 2006

I watched this movie in my Government class. In my opinion, it was worse than many of the educational movies that are played. Save yourself the pain, and do NOT watch this for pure joy, instead, be forced to watch it in school, it's at I watched this movie in my Government class. In my opinion, it was worse than many of the educational movies that are played. Save yourself the pain, and do NOT watch this for pure joy, instead, be forced to watch it in school, it's at least be better than just sitting in a desk.… Expand

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MovieGuysMar 20, 2014

Runaway Jury isn't original; it apes "12 Angry Men" in every possible way. The movie isn't particularly well acted either. In addition, it can be tedious ta times. What does the movie have going for it? A great script and witty dialogue thatRunaway Jury isn't original; it apes "12 Angry Men" in every possible way. The movie isn't particularly well acted either. In addition, it can be tedious ta times. What does the movie have going for it? A great script and witty dialogue that save the movie from being a complete and utter disaster of a film.… Expand

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RenovatiaMar 26, 2021

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This movie has nothing to do with the original Grisham book. Instead, his movie has been transformed into a blatant anti-gun movie. Made by people behind massive fences and private armed security companies.

Gun-manufacturers hire a spook operator to find dirt on jury members with sophisticated surveillance electronics and a professional team consisting of techies, a honeypot babe and brute force bullies.

A trial is coming up. The widow of a shooting victim sues a gun manufacturer for negligence. She has chosen for a trial which requires a Jury.

The spook operator Gene Hackman has the Jury under his control. Except for one person - John Cusack. Turns out he's working together with his girlfriend (Rachel Weisz) to extort this spook Gene Hackman for 10, later 15 million US Dollar. And they succeed to do so.

But then the twist comes in the end. Turns out another little town tried to sue the gun companies after a local school shooting. The twin sister of Rachel Weisz died in it. John Cusack was also a pupil on said school and boyfriend of Rachel. The money they extorted is to pay the citizens of this town because they were ruined after the failed lawsuit against them evil gun companies.

Vomit inducing ending indeed. Needless to say everything was contrived and black-and white. A true propaganda piece worthy of the main stream media.

The movie was badly edited. It tried to depict a hyper-dynamic determined spook-operating business with fast cuts, but this specific art of movie making has been long lost. The fast cutting was frantic, almost erratic instead.

Things went way too easy (such as the exposure of Jury members, breaking into houses, etc). A lot of corners were cut. I stopped caring and I only continued to watch to find out about the angle of John Cusack and Rachel Weisz. That was kept hidden until the very end.

I simply couldn't help notice I was watching something visually monotone, but halfway through it struck me: the men had only black or dark hair (the grey haired used to have dark hair too).

What's going on? Well...

All significant roles were played by Jewish actors. Only a very few actors weren't but they had a minor role. There wasn't a single blonde Germanic or Nordic, or a redhead Scottish or Irish significant actor. NOT ONE. For the women too, albeit some have blonde hair, all significant roles were in the hands of Jewish ladies.

Call me what you want. But at some point you have to start thinking.… Expand

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