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The Dead Pool

R19881h 31mBuddy Van Horn
IMDb 6.3 · Rotten Tomatoes 53% · Metacritic 46

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"Dirty Harry just learned a new game."

Dirty Harry Callahan returns for his final film adventure. Together with his partner Al Quan, he must investigate the systematic murder of prominent figures. By the time Harry learns that the murders are part of a sick game to predict such deaths, it may be too late.

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Dead Pool (1988) about?

Dirty Harry Callahan returns for his final film adventure. Together with his partner Al Quan, he must investigate the systematic murder of prominent figures. By the time Harry learns that the murders are part of a sick game to predict such deaths, it may be too late.

Who stars in The Dead Pool?

The Dead Pool stars Clint Eastwood (Insp. Harry Callahan), Patricia Clarkson (Samantha Walker), Liam Neeson (Peter Swan), Evan C. Kim (Insp. Al Quan), Jim Carrey (Johnny Squares). The film was directed by Buddy Van Horn.

How long is The Dead Pool?

The Dead Pool has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1988. It is rated R.

Is The Dead Pool worth watching?

The Dead Pool holds an IMDb rating of 6.3/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 53. Fans of Action, Crime, Drama are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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