Best Movies Guide: Why Jacob's Ladder Still Matters

Jacob's Ladder (1990) — an evergreen reference for this movie: the essentials, the cast, where to watch and what to watch next. The most frightening thing about Jacob Singer's nightmare is that he isn't dreaming.

Where to watch

TMDB's U.S. watch-provider data lists MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel. Availability changes by country and date, so check your streaming app before watching.

Cast

Tim Robbins as Jacob; Elizabeth Peña as Jezzie; Danny Aiello as Louis; Matt Craven as Michael; Pruitt Taylor Vince as Paul; Jason Alexander as Geary; Patricia Kalember as Sarah; Eriq La Salle as Frank

About Jacob's Ladder

After returning home from the Vietnam War, veteran Jacob Singer struggles to maintain his sanity. Plagued by hallucinations and flashbacks, Singer rapidly falls apart as the world and people around him morph and twist into disturbing images. His girlfriend, Jezzie, and ex-wife, Sarah, try to help, but to little avail. Even Singer's chiropractor friend, Louis, fails to reach him as he descends into madness.

More like Jacob's Ladder

• Repulsion
• Combat Shock
• Mirrors
• You Were Never Really Here
• Donnie Darko
• Dead Presidents
• Ghostland
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