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The Sunset Limited

“Nothing is ever black or white.”

7.220111h 31mDramaTV Movie
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The Sunset Limited at a glance

The Sunset Limited is a 2011 drama and tv movie film, running 1h 31m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: R in the United Kingdom.

In the United Kingdom it is listed on HBO Max Amazon Channel and HBO Max.

R age rating1h 31mDramaTV Movie

Rated R in the United Kingdom — intended for adults. Expect the themes and content that rating covers.

All key facts8
Type
Feature film
Released
2011-02-12
Runtime
1h 31m
Genres
Drama, TV Movie
Director
Tommy Lee Jones
Original language
English
Status
Released
TMDB rating
7.2 / 10 · 539 votes

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Synopsis

Feature film

A deeply religious black ex-con thwarts the suicide attempt of an asocial white college professor who tries to throw himself in front of an oncoming subway train, 'The Sunset Limited.' As the one attempts to connect on a rational, spiritual and emotional level, the other remains steadfast in his hard-earned despair. Locked in a philosophical debate, both passionately defend their personal credos and try to convert the other.

Cast

2 names
Tommy Lee JonesWhite
Samuel L. JacksonBlack

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Where can I watch The Sunset Limited in the United Kingdom?

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Is The Sunset Limited suitable for children?

The Sunset Limited is rated R in the United Kingdom. That rating covers the themes and content levels set by the local classifier, so use it together with your own judgement for younger viewers.

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What is The Sunset Limited about?

A deeply religious black ex-con thwarts the suicide attempt of an asocial white college professor who tries to throw himself in front of an oncoming subway train, 'The Sunset Limited.' As the one attempts to connect on a rational, spiritual and emotional level, the other remains steadfast in his hard-earned despair.…

How long is The Sunset Limited?

The Sunset Limited runs for 1h 31m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.

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