Defending Your Life

(1991)Directed by Albert Brooks111 min · PGRomance, Fantasy, Comedy, Drama
The first true story of what happens after you die.

Is there love after death? After he dies suddenly, the hapless advertising executive Daniel Miller finds himself in Judgment City, a gleaming way station where the newly deceased must prove they lived a life of sufficient courage to advance in their journey through the universe. As the self-doubting Daniel struggles to make his case, a budding relationship with the uninhibited Julia offers him a chance to finally feel alive.

Albert Brooksas Daniel Miller
Meryl Streepas Julia
Rip Tornas Bob Diamond
Lee Grantas Lena Foster
Michael Durrellas Agency Head
James Eckhouseas Jeep Owner
Gary Beachas Car Salesman
Julie Cobbas Tram Guide
Peter Schuckas Stan
Time Wintersas Porter
Sharlie Stuartas Susan
Beth Blackas Soap Opera Woman
Clayton Norcrossas Soap Opera Man
Jim McKrellas Game Show Moderator
WAWil Albertas Game Show Contestant
Sage Allenas Game Show Contestant
Mary Pat Gleasonas Waitress
Maxine Elliott Hicksas Elderly Woman on Tram
Roger Behras Comedian
AFArt Frankelas Arthur
George D. Wallaceas Daniel's Judge
Lillian Lehmanas Daniel's Judge