Defending Your Life
"The first true story of what happens after you die."
Originally released in 1991. Defending Your Life is a comedy/fantasy film. directed by Albert Brooks.
Starring Albert Brooks, Meryl Streep, and Rip Torn
Synopsis
Is there love after death? After he dies suddenly, the hapless advertising executive Daniel Miller finds himself in Judgment City, a gleaming way station where the newly deceased must prove they lived a life of sufficient courage to advance in their journey through the universe. As the self-doubting Daniel struggles to make his case, a budding relationship with the uninhibited Julia offers him a chance to finally feel alive.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 22, 1991
34 years ago
Runtime
1h 51m
111 minutes total
User Rating
6.9/10
Good (294 votes)
Box Office
$16.4M
Worldwide gross
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Revenue
- $16,400,000
Production Companies
- Geffen Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Defending Your Life about?
Is there love after death? After he dies suddenly, the hapless advertising executive Daniel Miller finds himself in Judgment City, a gleaming way station where the newly deceased must prove they li...
Who directed Defending Your Life?
Defending Your Life was directed by Albert Brooks.
How long is Defending Your Life?
Defending Your Life has a runtime of 1 hours and 51 minutes (111 minutes total).
When was Defending Your Life released?
Defending Your Life was released on March 22, 1991 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Defending Your Life?
The main cast of Defending Your Life includes Albert Brooks, Meryl Streep, Rip Torn, Lee Grant, Michael Durrell.
Is Defending Your Life worth watching?
Defending Your Life has a user rating of 6.9/10 based on 294 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.