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The Fisher King
The Fisher King
7.2
/10
2,472 Ratings

THE FISHER KING

Directed by Terry Gilliam
United States, 1991
Comedy, Drama

Synopsis

When New York radio DJ Jack Lucas accidentally drives a listener to mass murder, his confidence and career crumble. Three years later he is saved from suicide by the deranged Perry, a derelict who insists that the Holy Grail is hidden somewhere in Manhattan.

Synopsis

When New York radio DJ Jack Lucas accidentally drives a listener to mass murder, his confidence and career crumble. Three years later he is saved from suicide by the deranged Perry, a derelict who insists that the Holy Grail is hidden somewhere in Manhattan.

Our take

This Oscar®-winning New York fairy tale from ex-Python Terry Gilliam features a trio of outstanding performances by Jeff Bridges, Robin Williams, and Mercedes Ruehl. From whimsy to grime, soulful tragedy to manic comedy, this is an astounding departure from Gilliam’s typical big-budget fantasies.