The Green Mile(1999)
“Paul Edgecomb didn't believe in miracles. Until the day he met one.”
Overview
A supernatural tale set on death row in a Southern prison, where gentle giant John Coffey possesses the mysterious power to heal people's ailments. When the cell block's head guard, Paul Edgecomb, recognizes Coffey's miraculous gift, he tries desperately to help stave off the condemned man's execution.
Director
Frank Darabont
Studio
Castle Rock Entertainment
Budget
$60M
Revenue
$287M
Cast
Tom Hanks
as Paul Edgecomb
David Morse
as Brutus 'Brutal' Howell
Bonnie Hunt
as Jan Edgecomb
Michael Clarke Duncan
as John Coffey
James Cromwell
as Warden Hal Moores
Michael Jeter
as Eduard Delacroix
Graham Greene
as Arlen Bitterbuck
Doug Hutchison
as Percy Wetmore
Sam Rockwell
as 'Wild Bill' Wharton
Barry Pepper
as Dean Stanton
Jeffrey DeMunn
as Harry Terwilliger
Patricia Clarkson
as Melinda Moores
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1999
Runtime
3h 9m
Language
French
Rating
8.5 / 10
Budget
$60M
Box Office
$287M
Production Companies
Castle Rock Entertainment • Darkwoods Productions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Green Mile?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for The Green Mile (1999).
What is The Green Mile about?▼
A supernatural tale set on death row in a Southern prison, where gentle giant John Coffey possesses the mysterious power to heal people's ailments. When the cell block's head guard, Paul Edgecomb, recognizes Coffey's miraculous gift, he tries desperately to help stave off the condemned man's execution.
Who directed The Green Mile?▼
The Green Mile was directed by Frank Darabont and released in 1999. It is a fantasy, drama, crime film.
How long is The Green Mile?▼
The Green Mile has a runtime of 3 hours and 9 minutes (189 minutes total).
Who stars in The Green Mile?▼
The cast of The Green Mile includes Tom Hanks as Paul Edgecomb, David Morse as Brutus 'Brutal' Howell, Bonnie Hunt as Jan Edgecomb, Michael Clarke Duncan as John Coffey, James Cromwell as Warden Hal Moores and more.
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