Jacob's Ladder(1990)

The most frightening thing about Jacob Singer's nightmare is that he isn't dreaming.

7.4(2,020)1h 53mNovember 2, 1990

Synopsis

After returning home from the Vietnam War, veteran Jacob Singer struggles to maintain his sanity. Plagued by hallucinations and flashbacks, Singer rapidly falls apart as the world and people around him morph and twist into disturbing images. His girlfriend, Jezzie, and ex-wife, Sarah, try to help, but to little avail. Even Singer's chiropractor friend, Louis, fails to reach him as he descends into madness.

Directed by Adrian Lyne

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Tim Robbins

Jacob

Elizabeth Peña

Jezzie

Danny Aiello

Louis

Matt Craven

Michael

Pruitt Taylor Vince

Paul

Jason Alexander

Geary

Patricia Kalember

Sarah

Eriq La Salle

Frank

Ving Rhames

George

Brian Tarantina

Doug

Anthony Alessandro

Rod

Brent Hinkley

Jerry

S. Epatha Merkerson

Elsa

Suzanne Shepherd

Hospital Receptionist

Doug Barron

Group Leader

Jan Saint

Santa

Kisha Skinner

Street Singer

Dion Simmons

Street Singer

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Where can I watch Jacob's Ladder?+

Jacob's Ladder is available to stream on fuboTV, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Paramount+ Roku Premium Channel, Kanopy, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country and changes over time.

When did Jacob's Ladder come out?+

Jacob's Ladder was released in 1990.

How long is Jacob's Ladder?+

Jacob's Ladder runs for 113 minutes (1 hour and 53 minutes).

Who directed Jacob's Ladder?+

Jacob's Ladder was directed by Adrian Lyne.

Who stars in Jacob's Ladder?+

Jacob's Ladder stars Tim Robbins, Elizabeth Peña, Danny Aiello, Matt Craven and Pruitt Taylor Vince.

Is Jacob's Ladder worth watching?+

Jacob's Ladder holds a 7.4/10 rating from 2,020 TMDB users, and is best suited to fans of drama, mystery and horror.

Jacob's Ladder(1990)

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