Meet Joe Black

Meet Joe Black

7.4IMDb Score
Released:1998-11-12
Duration:178 min
Director:Martin Brest
Actors:Brad Pitt, Anthony Hopkins, Claire Forlani, Jake Weber, Marcia Gay Harden
Production:Universal Pictures, City Light Films

Overview:

Bill Parrish has it all - success, wealth and power. Days before his 65th birthday, he receives a visit from a mysterious stranger, Joe Black, who soon reveals himself as Death. In exchange for extra time, Bill agrees to serve as Joe's earthly guide. But will he regret his choice when Joe unexpectedly falls in love with Bill's beautiful daughter Susan?

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