The Firm

Riveting adaptation of John Grisham's best-seller stars Tom Cruise as Mitch McDeere, an ambitious young attorney recruited by a posh Memphis law firm. Soon, he and his wife, Abby (Jeanne Tripplehorn), find their lives are in danger when they suspect shady maneuvers by Mitch's employers and uncover blackmail and ties to organized crime. With Gene Hackman, Holly Hunter, Gary Busey, and Ed Harris; directed by Sydney Pollack. 154 min. Widescreen; Soundtrack: English.