The Jericho Mile

– Rain Murphy is a man sentenced to life in prison, choosing to do his time in near-isolation, and eng..

Type:
Movie
Rating:
7.40 / 10
Duration:
One Hour and 37 Minutes
Release Year:
1979
The Jericho Mile (1979)

Rain Murphy is a man sentenced to life in prison, choosing to do his time in near-isolation, and engages in distance running when given the opportunity for free-time. While his form and speed capture the attention of prison officials who believe he could be competitive for the Olympics, Murphy expresses disinterest. But when the one man he has befriended is taken advantage of by political groups within the prison, Murphy decides to pursue the opportunity presented to him in his memory.

Story Timeline:
Producing Country:
USA
Genre:
Release Date:

18 Mar 1979

Language:

English

Director:

Michael Mann

Writer:

Patrick J. Nolan (story), Patrick J. Nolan (teleplay), Michael Mann (teleplay)

Main Actors:

Peter Strauss, Richard Lawson, Roger E. Mosley, Brian Dennehy

Plot:

Larry "Rain" Murphy is stuck in Folsom Prison for life on a first-degree murder charge. An inmate who prefers to be alone, Murphy spends much of his time running around the facility's track. When he begins reaching a mile in under four minutes, Murphy gains the attention of the jail's officials, who contemplate entering him in the Olympics. While Murphy is initially resistant to the idea, eventually he starts training to be an Olympic competitor.

Awards:

Won 3 Primetime Emmys. Another 2 wins & 1 nomination.

Production:

ABC Circle Films

Ratings:
Internet Movie Database:
7.4/10