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Fallen

  • 19981998
  • 1515
  • 2h 4m
IMDb RATING
7.0/10
81K
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Denzel Washington in Fallen (1998)
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Homicide detective John Hobbes witnesses the execution of serial killer Edgar Reese. Soon after the execution, the killings start again, and they are very similar to Reese's style.Homicide detective John Hobbes witnesses the execution of serial killer Edgar Reese. Soon after the execution, the killings start again, and they are very similar to Reese's style.Homicide detective John Hobbes witnesses the execution of serial killer Edgar Reese. Soon after the execution, the killings start again, and they are very similar to Reese's style.

IMDb RATING
7.0/10
81K
YOUR RATING
POPULARITY
3,104
1,225
  • Director
    • Gregory Hoblit
  • Writer
    • Nicholas Kazan
  • Stars
    • Denzel Washington
    • John Goodman
    • Donald Sutherland
Top credits
  • Director
    • Gregory Hoblit
  • Writer
    • Nicholas Kazan
  • Stars
    • Denzel Washington
    • John Goodman
    • Donald Sutherland
  • See production, box office & company info
    • 288User reviews
    • 60Critic reviews
  • See more at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 3 nominations

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    Denzel Washington and Embeth Davidtz in Fallen (1998)
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    Denzel Washington and John Goodman in Fallen (1998)
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    Denzel Washington in Fallen (1998)
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    Denzel Washington in Fallen (1998)
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    Denzel Washington in Fallen (1998)
    Denzel Washington, John Goodman, and Embeth Davidtz in Fallen (1998)

    Top cast

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    Denzel Washington
    Denzel Washington
    • John Hobbesas John Hobbes
    John Goodman
    John Goodman
    • Jonesyas Jonesy
    Donald Sutherland
    Donald Sutherland
    • Lt. Stantonas Lt. Stanton
    Embeth Davidtz
    Embeth Davidtz
    • Gretta Milanoas Gretta Milano
    James Gandolfini
    James Gandolfini
    • Louas Lou
    Elias Koteas
    Elias Koteas
    • Edgar Reeseas Edgar Reese
    Gabriel Casseus
    Gabriel Casseus
    • Artas Art
    Michael J. Pagan
    • Samas Sam
    Robert Joy
    Robert Joy
    • Charlesas Charles
    Frank Medrano
    Frank Medrano
    • Charles' Killeras Charles' Killer
    Ronn Munro
    • Mini Golf Owneras Mini Golf Owner
    Cynthia Hayden
    • Society Womanas Society Woman
    Ray Xifo
    Ray Xifo
    • Society Manas Society Man
    Tony Michael Donnelly
    • Tobyas Toby
    Tara Carnes
    • Teenage Girlas Teenage Girl
    Reno Wilson
    Reno Wilson
    • Mikeas Mike
    Wendy Cutler
    • Deniseas Denise
    Aida Turturro
    Aida Turturro
    • Tiffanyas Tiffany
    • Director
      • Gregory Hoblit
    • Writer
      • Nicholas Kazan
    • All cast & crew
    • See more cast details at IMDbPro

    Storyline

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    Det. John Hobbes is convinced that when killer Edgar Reese is executed, all of his troubles are over. But when people he knows and people on the street start to sing the same tune that Reese sang in the gas chamber, and those same people taunt him, he is told that maybe the cursed fallen angel Azazel is behind it all. Azazel is cursed to roam the Earth without a form, and he can switch bodies by any contact, making him hard to track. When Hobbes is forced to kill a man possessed by Azazel, he must clear his name while protecting his family and others from the evil, vengeful Azazel. —Ben Borg <benborg@mediaone.net>
    azazeldetectivefallen angelmurdermurder of a police officer342 more
    • Plot summary
    • Plot synopsis
    • Taglines
      • Don't trust a soul.
    • Genres
      • Action
      • Crime
      • Drama
      • Fantasy
      • Mystery
      • Thriller
    • Certificate
      • 15
    • Parents guide

    Did you know

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    • Trivia
      During pre-production, Elias Koteas traveled to Ohio to meet a man who could speak Syrian-Aramaic to help him with his dialogue. The man was happy to help, but wouldn't utter the curse words in the speech for religious reasons. Therefore, the producers had to find another Syrian-Aramaic speaker who was willing to speak the profane lines for Koteas.
    • Goofs
      When Hobbes returns to the wood cabin towards the end of the film, he enters and stands looking around for a moment, with a window to his left. A definite human shadow can be seen walking past the window, despite Hobbes being alone.
    • Quotes

      John Hobbes: C'mon Azazel. Open your eyes

      [sticks a cigarette in his mouth]

      John Hobbes: Look around sometimes.

      [lights his cigarette]

      Azazel: What's this? You don't smoke anymore.

      John Hobbes: You're right I don't. You know why? Because cigarettes kill. Especially cigarettes laced with poison.

      Azazel: Bullshit.

      John Hobbes: The same kind of poisons you used to kill my brother.

      Azazel: Uh, uh, fuck you.

      John Hobbes: Yeah I know. It was so sweet.

      [singing]

      John Hobbes: Time, is on my side. Yes it is.

      Azazel: Fuck you, motherfucker.

      John Hobbes: [picks up his gun] Goodbye, Jonesy.

      [shoots Jonesy, who is possessed by Azazel in the head]

    • Connections
      Featured in Siskel & Ebert & the Movies: The Worst Films of 1997 (1998)
    • Soundtracks
      Time Is On My Side
      Written by Jerry Ragovoy (as Jerry Ragovoy)

      Performed by The Rolling Stones

      Produced by Andrew Loog Oldham (as Andrew Oldham)

      Published by Unichappell Music, Inc.

      Courtesy of Abkco Records

    User reviews288

    Review
    Top review
    Poor lost souls
    I have been reading with interest the comments made by others users of this film. So first, let me say that I loved the film. Interesting, well paced, excellent choice of music. The movie is unique, with a magnificent twist that almost annoys you (but I won't say anymore).

    Second, some of the users making comments seemed to have missed the plot. Those people who are saying it doesn't have enough action clearly have a limited appreciation for film genres. Stick to your fast paced action movies, and don't bother writing your limited opinions about other movies genres. You don't have the mental capacity to take in anything other that brain numbing gun fights, explosions and car chases.

    To say that," Goodman is smoking in the movie and I don't like smoking", OR they said "'Oh my God' in the movie and I don't like that", really has no relevance as to the validity of whether the movie was good or not. If people are so intolerant , then stick to watch lawm bowls. This is a brilliant movie that should not be missed.

    All of which I like, but then, I like many different types of movies.
    helpful•22
    5
    • nik_trajkovski
    • Jun 3, 2002

    FAQ17

    • Are the books Hobbes finds in the basement real books? And are they the same ones shown on screen with the lore? I'ld love to know their titles if so. I googled what I could but nothing relevant came up. I'm wondering if it was just the art department and the writers. Any insider info would be amazing, this is my favorite movie ever.
    • Why didn't Azazel simply escape prison while he was in the body of the serial killer Reese, in prison and awaiting execution?
    • Is Azazel a known demon, or was he invented just for the film?

    Details

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    • Release date
      • March 13, 1998 (United Kingdom)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Languages
      • English
      • Syriac
      • Assyrian Neo-Aramaic
    • Also known as
      • Той, що занепав
    • Filming locations
      • Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
    • Production companies
      • Turner Pictures (I)
      • Atlas Entertainment
    • See more company credits at IMDbPro

    Box office

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    • Gross US & Canada
      • $25,232,289
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $10,401,586
      • Jan 19, 1998
    • Gross worldwide
      • $25,232,289
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

    Technical specs

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    • Runtime
      2 hours 4 minutes
    • Sound mix
      • DTS
      • Dolby Digital
      • SDDS
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.39 : 1

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