In this episode of The Nightshift, we’re stepping into the courtroom to dissect A Few Good Men (1992)—a razor-sharp legal thriller that launched Aaron Sorkin’s career, gave us one of the most iconic lines in movie history, and pitted Tom Cruise against Jack Nicholson in a final scene for the ages.
We unpack the real-life military case that inspired it all, the business of how the movie got made (including massive contracts, casting what-ifs, and behind-the-scenes tensions), and why the film still hits harder than ever. From Sorkin’s napkin notes to Nicholson’s $5M meltdown, this is a masterclass in courtroom drama.
🎖️ We cover:
The box office reception
Nicholson’s contract and Cruise’s payday with unusual audio demands
Alternate casting that could’ve changed everything
Best scenes, best lines, and who really stole the movie
Whether this film deserves a sequel, prequel, or modern-day miniseries
And of course… the verdict on whether it still holds up
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Whether you’re into classic films, silly breakdowns, or characters who hit harder the more you age — this one’s for you.
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