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A Prayer for the Dying (1987)
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Martin, an I. R. A. hitman, is seen by a Catholic priest while carrying out a hit. He grows a bond with the priest and his niece. But his past and his former employers put all their lives in danger.
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Strong recommendationHard-edged
EnergyPressured and hard-edged
ToneBleak and confrontational
ExperienceSurvival pressure and hard choices
Best suited forstreet-level crime, gang conflicts, and direct tension
What to expect from this title?Expect a hard-edged watch shaped by control, danger, and survival pressure more than comfort or warmth.
Heavy in toneConflict carries the weightNot a casual watch
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Best suited for17+
Content levelMature content
GuidanceNot suitable for children
Rating methodOfficial source
ConfidenceHigh
SourceOfficial rating • United States • TMDB
• Violence & action• Tension & suspense• Serious themes
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Viewer insight A Prayer for the Dying is a 1987 film in the Crime / Drama category from United Kingdom. Directed by Mike Hodges. Starring Mickey Rourke and Bob Hoskins. Runtime: about 107 minutes. Original language: English. An official trailer is available on this page. TMDB rating: 5.9/10.
Genre: Crime / Drama, Released in 1987, Original language: English, Production: United Kingdom, Runtime: about 107 minutes, Starring Mickey Rourke and Bob Hoskins.
Runtime
107 min
Original language
English
Country of origin
United Kingdom
Type
Movie
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Cast & crew
Mickey Rourke
Martin Fallon
Bob Hoskins
Father Michael Da Costa
Alan Bates
Jack Meehan
Sammi Davis
Anna
Christopher Fulford
Billy Meehan
Liam Neeson
Liam Docherty
Leonard Termo
Bonati
Camille Coduri
Jenny Fox
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Alison Doody
Siobhan Donovan
Maurice O'Connell
Superintendant Miller
Karl Johnson
Fitzgerald
Anthony Stewart Head
Rupert
Ian McElhinney
Lodger
Peggy Aitchison
Mrs. Orton
Director: Mike Hodges
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1What is movie A Prayer for the Dying (1987)?
It is a movie released in 1987 within the Crime, Drama, Action, Thriller category.
2What is the story of A Prayer for the Dying?
A Prayer for the Dying (1987) is a movie in the Crime, Drama, Action, Thriller category on ShofHub. Explore the story, cast, rating, trailer, and official availability details.
3Can you watch A Prayer for the Dying online?
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4What is the rating of A Prayer for the Dying?
It currently holds a TMDB rating of 5.9/10 based on 112 ratings.
5What is the runtime of A Prayer for the Dying?
Its runtime is about 107 minutes.
6What kind of viewers is A Prayer for the Dying best suited for?
A hard-edged crime watch with direct street tension, shifting loyalties, and pressure that stays active for most of the runtime.
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