

Information
Release DateNovember 2, 1990
Runtime1h 53m
StatusReleased
Budget$25M
Revenue$26M
ProductionCarolco Pictures
LanguagesEnglish
7.4
1,718 votesPopularity3
Jacob's Ladder
"The most frightening thing about Jacob Singer's nightmare is that he isn't dreaming."
Synopsis
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.
Cast & Crew
Director

Featured Cast

Tim Robbins
Jacob

Elizabeth Peña
Jezzie

Danny Aiello
Louis

Matt Craven
Michael

Pruitt Taylor Vince
Paul