And the Band Played On

1993, Drama/Lgbtq+, 2h 20m

11 Reviews 5,000+ Ratings

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Movie Info

In 1981, epidemiologist Don Francis (Matthew Modine) learns of an increased rate of death among gay men in urban areas. The startling information leads him to begin investigating the outbreak, which is ultimately identified as AIDS. His journey finds mostly opposition from politicians and doctors, but several join him in his cause. As it becomes apparent that people have personal reasons to turn the other cheek, Francis persists. Meanwhile, the number of deaths continues to grow.
  • Rating:
    PG-13
  • Genre:
    Drama, Lgbtq+
  • Original Language:
    English
  • Director:
    Roger Spottiswoode
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  • Sound Mix:
    Stereo

Cast & Crew

Matthew Modine
Dr. Don Francis
Alan Alda
Dr. Robert Gallo
Lily Tomlin
Dr. Selma Dritz
Richard Gere
The Choreographer
Steve Martin
The Brother
Anjelica Huston
Dr. Betsy Reisz
Swoosie Kurtz
Mrs. Johnstone
Ian McKellen
Bill Kraus
Bud Cort
Antique shop owner
Phil Collins
Eddie Papasano
David Dukes
Dr. Mervyn Silverman
Glenne Headly
Dr. Mary Guinan
Roger Spottiswoode
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