How long is Philadelphia?

Philadelphia is 2 hr 5 min long.

Who is Andrew Beckett in Philadelphia?

Tom Hanks plays Andrew Beckett in the film.

Philadelphia

Name: Philadelphia
Duration: 125
Rating: 89

Fearing it would compromise his career, lawyer Andrew Beckett (Tom Hanks) hides his homosexuality and HIV status at a powerful Philadelphia law firm. But his secret is exposed when a colleague spots the illness's telltale lesions. Fired shortly afterwards, Beckett resolves to sue for discrimination, teaming up with Joe Miller (Denzel Washington), the only lawyer willing to help. In court, they face one of his ex-employer's top litigators, Belinda Conine (Mary Steenburgen).

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How long is Philadelphia?: Philadelphia is 2 hr 5 min long.

Who directed Philadelphia?: Jonathan Demme

Who is Andrew Beckett in Philadelphia?: Tom Hanks plays Andrew Beckett in the film.

What is Philadelphia about?: Fearing it would compromise his career, lawyer Andrew Beckett (Tom Hanks) hides his homosexuality and HIV status at a powerful Philadelphia law firm. But his secret is exposed when a colleague spots the illness's telltale lesions. Fired shortly afterwards, Beckett resolves to sue for discrimination, teaming up with Joe Miller (Denzel Washington), the only lawyer willing to help. In court, they face one of his ex-employer's top litigators, Belinda Conine (Mary Steenburgen).