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The Prophecy

  • 19951995
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  • 1h 38m
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6.4/10
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The Prophecy (1995)
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At the scene of a bizarre murder, L.A. homicide detective Thomas Dagget discovers a lethal heavenly prophecy now being fulfilled on earth. In his fight to stop the forces of evil, he finds a... Read allAt the scene of a bizarre murder, L.A. homicide detective Thomas Dagget discovers a lethal heavenly prophecy now being fulfilled on earth. In his fight to stop the forces of evil, he finds an unlikely ally in an elementary school teacher.At the scene of a bizarre murder, L.A. homicide detective Thomas Dagget discovers a lethal heavenly prophecy now being fulfilled on earth. In his fight to stop the forces of evil, he finds an unlikely ally in an elementary school teacher.
IMDb RATING
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31K
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  • Director
    • Gregory Widen
  • Writer
    • Gregory Widen
  • Stars
    • Christopher Walken
    • Elias Koteas
    • Virginia Madsen
Top credits
  • Director
    • Gregory Widen
  • Writer
    • Gregory Widen
  • Stars
    • Christopher Walken
    • Elias Koteas
    • Virginia Madsen
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    • 215User reviews
    • 65Critic reviews
    • 44Metascore
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    • Awards
      • 2 wins & 4 nominations

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    Christopher Walken
    Christopher Walken
    • Gabrielas Gabriel
    Elias Koteas
    Elias Koteas
    • Thomas Daggetas Thomas Dagget
    Virginia Madsen
    Virginia Madsen
    • Katherineas Katherine
    Eric Stoltz
    Eric Stoltz
    • Simonas Simon
    Viggo Mortensen
    Viggo Mortensen
    • Luciferas Lucifer
    Amanda Plummer
    Amanda Plummer
    • Rachaelas Rachael
    Moriah 'Shining Dove' Snyder
    • Maryas Mary
    • (as Moriah Shining Dove Snyder)
    Adam Goldberg
    Adam Goldberg
    • Jerryas Jerry
    Steve Hytner
    Steve Hytner
    • Josephas Joseph
    J.C. Quinn
    J.C. Quinn
    • Burrowsas Burrows
    Emma Shenah
    • Grandmotheras Grandmother
    Albert Nelson
    • Grey Horseas Grey Horse
    Shawn Nelson
    • Indian Healeras Indian Healer
    Emily Conforto
    • Sandraas Sandra
    Sioux-z Jessup
    • Nurseas Nurse
    Sandra Ellis Lafferty
    Sandra Ellis Lafferty
    • Madgeas Madge
    • (as Sandra Lafferty)
    William 'Buck' Hart
    • Grave Keeperas Grave Keeper
    Christina Holmes
    • Allisonas Allison
    • Director
      • Gregory Widen
    • Writer
      • Gregory Widen
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    Storyline

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    Did you know

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    • Trivia
      Viggo Mortensen claims that, prior to shooting their scene together, Christopher Walken ate several whole garlic cloves.
    • Goofs
      The Book of Revelation contains a warning about adding or subtracting from it. Thomas Daggett, being a former priest, would know this. However, they are talking about adding to it through Satanic possession and false prophecy. Revelation hints that those who do add to it will suffer the same fate as those who receive the Mark of the Beast. Daggett, knowing this, would likely not have even read it.
    • Quotes

      Gabriel: I'm an angel. I kill firstborns while their mamas watch. I turn cities into salt. I even, when I feel like it, rip the souls from little girls, and from now till kingdom come, the only thing you can count on in your existence is never understanding why.

    • Alternate versions
      The German TV version is cut for gore to attain a "Not under 16" rating.
    • Connections
      Edited into The Prophecy II (1998)
    • Soundtracks
      Gloria Laus
      (Gregorian Chant)

      Performed by The Choir Of Monks Of Saint-Benoit Du Lac

      Conducted by Dom Andre Saint-Cyr

      Courtesy of Promusic, Inc.

    User reviews215

    Review
    Top review
    Cool supernatural thriller. Atmospheric and original.
    Strangely enough being an atheist I am fascinated by supernatural thrillers, especially of the apocalyptic or eschatological variety. 'The Prophecy' is one of the smartest and most effective of this small genre, helped by a first rate cast. Thomas Daggett, a priest turned cop (Elias Koteas - 'Crash', 'Exotica'), stumbles across the corpse of an angel and a Bible with an extra chapter to the Book of Revelation, which mentions a war in heaven. Soon enough he becomes involved in a fight between the angels Gabriel (Christopher Walken in one of his best roles) and Simon (an impressive Eric Stoltz) over an evil man's soul.

    A fascinating, atmospheric movie packed with interesting ideas, scenes and performances. Writer/Director Gregory Widen (only previous work of note: 'The Highlander'!) really comes up with the goods in this one, which nods to both Milton and Garth Ennis while adding several original touches. Also co-stars Virginia Madsen ('Dune', 'The Hot Spot'), Amanda Plummer ('Butterfly Kiss', and Walken and Stoltz' co-star in 'Pulp Fiction'), and a small but memorable appearance by Viggo Mortensen ('The Indian Runner', 'American Yakuza') as Lucifer!
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    FAQ11

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    • Is 'The Prophecy' based on a book?
    • Why are the angels at war in heaven?

    Details

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    • Release date
      • September 1, 1995 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official site
      • Official site
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Seraphim
    • Filming locations
      • Superior, Arizona, USA
    • Production companies
      • First Look International
      • NEO Motion Pictures
      • Overseas FilmGroup
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    Box office

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    • Budget
      • $8,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $16,115,878
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $7,510,332
      • Sep 4, 1995
    • Gross worldwide
      • $16,115,878
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

    Technical specs

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    • Runtime
      1 hour 38 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Ultra Stereo
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.35 : 1

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