The Rainmaker (1997)
An earnest rookie lawyer fights a gritty, suspenseful battle against a powerful corporation, ultimately uplifting the pursuit of justice.
Fresh out of law school and desperate for work, idealistic rookie Rudy Baylor takes on a powerful insurance company accused of denying a dying boy’s claim. Teaming up with a scrappy, unlicensed paralegal, he finds himself in a David-versus-Goliath courtroom battle that tests his ethics, courage, and belief in justice.
How intense is The Rainmaker?
The Rainmaker is not scary, with no gore and some violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated PG-13.
What The Rainmaker feels like
- Tone
- grittyearnestsuspensefuluplifting
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream The Rainmaker
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Is The Rainmaker scary?
No. The Rainmaker is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is The Rainmaker gory or violent?
No gore (0 of 3) and some violence (1 of 3). Squeamish viewers are fine here.
Is The Rainmaker sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is The Rainmaker OK for kids?
It is rated PG-13. Intensity: scare 0, gore 0, violence 1, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
How long is The Rainmaker?
The Rainmaker runs 2h 15m.
Where can I stream The Rainmaker?
The Rainmaker is streaming on MGM+ and YouTube (free).
Does The Rainmaker have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Yes. It lands on a happy note.
Cast and crew
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