
Defending Your Life
1991•111 min•
★6.9
ComedyFantasyRomanceDrama
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.
Cast & Crew

Albert Brooks
Daniel Miller

Meryl Streep
Julia

Rip Torn
Bob Diamond

Lee Grant
Lena Foster

Michael Durrell
Agency Head

James Eckhouse
Jeep Owner

Gary Beach
Car Salesman

Julie Cobb
Tram Guide

Peter Schuck
Stan

Time Winters
Porter

DirectorAlbert Brooks
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