A Few Good Men is a powerhouse military courtroom drama directed by Rob Reiner, starring Tom Cruise, Jack Nicholson, and Demi Moore. The story follows hotshot Navy lawyer Lt. Daniel Kaffee (Cruise), who’s known for cutting plea deals rather than seeing the inside of a courtroom. But when two Marines are accused of murdering a fellow Marine at Guantanamo Bay, Kaffee is pushed into a case that’s way bigger than he’s used to. As he digs deeper—alongside Lt. Cmdr. JoAnne Galloway (Moore)—they uncover a dangerous code of silence, a culture of obedience, and the possible involvement of high-ranking officials, including the fearsome Col. Nathan R. Jessup (Nicholson). The tension builds to a legendary courtroom showdown that gave us one of the most iconic movie lines of the '90s: "You can't handle the truth!"

The film is a blend of sharp dialogue, big personalities, and moral complexity, making it one of the defining dramas of the early ’90s. Cruise brings his signature intensity, while Nicholson delivers a performance that’s equal parts terrifying and mesmerizing. The cast also includes Kevin Bacon, Kiefer Sutherland, and Cuba Gooding Jr. in a small but memorable role. A Few Good Men doesn’t just serve military courtroom drama—it dives into themes of honor, duty, and justice in a rigid chain-of-command environment. It’s exactly the kind of film Dave, Rob, and Kurt can sink their teeth into on Totally 80’s and 90’s Recall, packed with quotable lines, powerhouse performances, and that unmistakable early-'90s prestige film vibe.

A Few Good Men (1992) - Cruise-In: Part II

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