Page
JFK
- Summary
- How to watch
- News & features
❚ We may earn commission from links on this page. Our editorial is always independent (learn more).
Watch trailer
02:21
JFK
Save
- 1991
- Oliver Stone
- 180 mins
- 15
Summary
Historical thriller based on events surrounding the assassination of President John F Kennedy, starring Kevin Costner. On 22 November 1963, President Kennedy's death changes America for ever. Initially, an angry and saddened nation is satisfied with the guilt of Lee Harvey Oswald. But, as the years pass, unease, disillusionment and cynicism set in. New Orleans prosecutor Jim Garrison is convinced of a conspiracy, and sets out to prove it.
Ad
Powered By
IMDB
Review
A star rating of 4 out of 5.
David Parkinson
It's pretty clear that what we have here is an overblown and factually shaky version of the events surrounding the assassination of John F Kennedy. It's also more than obvious that director Oliver Stone takes his self-appointed position as the chronicler of recent US history far too seriously to be objective or concise. Yet, before you dismiss this review as just another conspiracy against Stone and his star Kevin Costner, let's remember that the cover-up theory has lost none of its fascination more than 50 years after the event. Whether you believe Lee Harvey Oswald acted alone on 22 November 1963 or whether you adhere to the accomplice theory, this is a compelling and persuasively staged conspiracy thriller. Stone himself doesn't go along with all of New Orleans DA Jim Garrison's conclusions, massaging the facts here and there in the interests of drama and his own suspicions. But what's so remarkable about the film is how deftly Stone conveys such a wealth of information and how he manages to ensure that every character makes an impact, no matter how short their screen time. The Oscar-winning photography and editing are superb, and the ensemble is a triumph of casting. It's a clear case of unmissable cinema.
imdb-square
8.0/10
How to watch
Loading
Streaming
Credits
Cast
rolenameJim GarrisonKevin CostnerLiz GarrisonSissy SpacekDavid FerrieJoe PesciClay ShawTommy Lee JonesLee Harvey OswaldGary OldmanLou IvonJay O SandersBill BroussardMichael RookerSusie CoxLaurie MetcalfAl OserGary GrubbsDean AndrewsJohn CandyJack MartinJack LemmonSenator Russell LongWalter MatthauGuy BannisterEdward AsnerColonel XDonald SutherlandWillie O'KeefeKevin BaconJack RubyBrian Doyle-MurrayRose CheramieSally KirklandMarina OswaldBeata PozniakBill NewmanVincent D'OnofrioEarl WarrenJim GarrisonNuma BertelWayne KnightCarlos BringuierTony PlanaOswald impostorFrank WhaleyBeverly OliverLolita DavidovichGeneral YDale DyeLee BowersPruitt Taylor VinceLeopoldoTomas MilianTV newsmanBob GuntonNarratorMartin Sheen
Show more
Crew
rolenameDirectorOliver Stone
Details
Theatrical distributor
Warner Brothers
Released on
1992-01-24
Languages
English | Spanish
Guidance
Violence, swearing, drug abuse.
Available on
video, DVD and Blu-ray
Formats
Colour
News & features about JFK
-
JFK's grandson hits out at Ryan Murphy's Kennedy drama series American Love Story
The new series explores JFK Jr and Carolyn Bessette's love story.
-
Dexter and Lazarus star Michael C Hall will play JFK in The Crown series 2
From serial killer to music legend and now US President, it's been a busy 12 months for the actor
Ad
-
She sang for JFK and flirted with Elvis – David Walliams hails Shirley Bassey
Celebrating the iconic singer's 80th birthday in a new show
-
Next James Bond frontrunner replaces The Bear star to lead sensual drama based on best-selling novel
Netflix has officially greenlit an adaptation of Enigma Variations.
-
Outlander and The Crown stars confirmed for key roles in Netflix's epic Kennedy dynasty drama
Laura Donnelly and Ben Miles are joining Michael Fassbender in Netflix's Kennedy.
-
Wild Horse Nine review: John Malkovich is Oscar-worthy in this untameable beast of a movie ★★★★☆
The latest from In Bruges and Banshees of Inisherin director Martin McDonagh is a poignant and powerful film that blends the personal and the political.
-
Jeremy Strong reveals how Bruce Springsteen himself captured authenticity for key Deliver Me From Nowhere scene
The Succession star – who plays Jon Landau in the new biopic – spoke exclusively to RadioTimes.com about the film.
Ad
-
The Bombing of Pan Am 103 Lockerbie drama tells stories which haven't been heard before, says boss
"There was a whole scale of investigation that had been overlooked, and it felt like it was a story that needed to be told."
-
John Travolta talks working with his daughter on his directorial debut: "Her presence in this movie… to me, it’s A Star Is Born"
John Travolta opens up on aviation, family and bringing his childhood passion project Propeller One-Way Night Coach to the screen.
-
Where are the cast of Home Alone now, 35 years later?
The film remains a festive staple all these years on – but what became of its stars?
-
Paradise proves that – in fiction – it's more fun to watch US Presidents be bad
James Marsden plays the US President in a new Disney+ drama, but how does he measure up to some of TV's greatest Commanders in Chief?
-
Did Blonde's Marilyn Monroe and John F Kennedy story actually happen?
The new Netflix film is based on Joyce Carol Oates's historical fiction novel of the same name.
-
Maria review: Angelina Jolie reminds us what an accomplished actress she can be
The A-lister plays iconic opera singer Maria Callas in the latest film from Jackie and Spencer director Pablo Larrain.
-
Lockerbie drama casts Sex Education, Downton Abbey and Doctor Who stars
Connor Swindells leads the cast for the new series, based on the real events surrounding the 1988 Lockerbie bombing.
-
Muse albums in order: Full list of albums and tracklists
Here's every release the smash-hit band have released to date.
-
Lockerbie true story: What happened to Jim Swire?
How the grieving father has continually fought for the truth about Britain's deadliest terror attack.
-
The Bombing of Pan Am 103 review: Expansive Lockerbie drama balances emotion and detail
Connor Swindells leads a huge cast in this sweeping real-life drama.
-
Doctor Who documentary with new interviews to air on radio and BBC Sounds
Doctor Who fans can look forward to new interviews from Russell T Davies, Steven Moffat and Chris Chibnall.
-
Line of Duty producer announces Lockerbie drama for Netflix and BBC
The show will focus on the investigation into the bombing on both sides of the Atlantic.
-
Jim Swire on Lockerbie bombing: 'So much information negates the official version'
The campaigner spoke to Radio Times about Sky's hard-hitting dramatisation.
-
Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F cast – New and returning stars in Netflix sequel
Eddie Murphy is back in one of his most iconic roles.
-
Meet the cast of Lady in the Lake
Natalie Portman and Moses Ingram lead the new Apple TV+ series.
See more about JFK
Ad
Ad
Ad