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The Rat Pack

The Rat Pack

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Status

Released

Release Date

Aug 22, 1998

Runtime

2h 0m

Genres

Drama, TV Movie

User Score

59%

Original Title

The Rat Pack

Production Companies

HBO

Director

Rob Cohen

Description

After a brief flash-forward to Frank Sinatra as an old man, saying "I miss my guys," the movie's main narrative begins during high points in the solo careers of the Rat Pack: Dean Martin has become a big success despite the breakup of his partnership with Jerry Lewis; Sinatra's career is at its peak; Sammy Davis, Jr., is making a comeback after a near fatal car crash, and standup comic Joey Bishop is gaining exposure as an opening act for the other three. The Pack becomes complete when Sinatra reconciles with actor Peter Lawford, who has been ostracized since being seen out publicly with Sinatra's ex-wife, Ava Gardner.