as Capt. Jack Ross: The disciplined Marine prosecutor.
as Col. Nathan R. Jessep: The rigid and dangerous base commander at Gitmo.
is a 1992 American courtroom drama directed by Rob Reiner and written by Aaron Sorkin, based on his 1989 play of the same name. It is widely celebrated for its intense dialogue and powerhouse performances, particularly the iconic "You can't handle the truth!" confrontation between Tom Cruise and Jack Nicholson. Film Overview Release Date: December 11, 1992. Runtime: 138 minutes.