A Prayer for the Dying

Freedom always comes with a price.

19871h 47m5.9(119 votes)

CrimeDramaActionThriller

Synopsis

Martin, an I.R.A. hitman, is seen by a Catholic priest while carrying out a hit. He grows a bond with the priest and his niece. But his past and his former employers put all their lives in danger.

A Prayer for the Dying (1987) is a crime, drama, action, and thriller film directed by Mike Hodges. It stars Mickey Rourke, Bob Hoskins, and Alan Bates. The film runs for 1 hour 47 minutes. Audiences have made it a mixed pick, with an average score of 5.9 out of 10 from 119 votes.

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Director

Mike Hodges

Cast

Mickey Rourke

Martin Fallon

Bob Hoskins

Father Michael Da Costa

Alan Bates

Jack Meehan

Sammi Davis

Anna

Christopher Fulford

Billy Meehan

Liam Neeson

Liam Docherty

Leonard Termo

Bonati

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Where can I watch A Prayer for the Dying?

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Who stars in A Prayer for the Dying?

A Prayer for the Dying stars Mickey Rourke, Bob Hoskins, Alan Bates, and Sammi Davis, and was directed by Mike Hodges.

How long is A Prayer for the Dying?

A Prayer for the Dying has a runtime of 1 hour 47 minutes.

When did A Prayer for the Dying come out?

A Prayer for the Dying was released in 1987.

What genre is A Prayer for the Dying?

A Prayer for the Dying is a crime, drama, action, and thriller film.

Is A Prayer for the Dying worth watching?

A Prayer for the Dying holds an average audience score of 5.9 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.