Catch Me If You Can
A true story about Frank Abagnale Jr. who, before his 19th birthday, successfully conned millions of dollars worth of checks as a Pan Am pilot, doctor, and legal prosecutor. An FBI agent makes it his mission to put him behind bars. But Frank not only eludes capture, he revels in the pursuit.
Critics Sentiment
Frank tricks Carl by impersonating Secret Service agent Barry Allen
Frank discovers his mother's affair and his parents divorce
The film rises from the emotional low of Frank's family breakdown to the thrilling high of his first major con against Carl.
Critics consistently praised Catch Me If You Can as a stylish, entertaining film that showcased Spielberg's lighter touch and the excellent chemistry between DiCaprio and Hanks. The film maintains high audience engagement throughout Frank's increasingly audacious cons, with particular praise for the cat-and-mouse sequences and the satisfying evolution from adversaries to friends. While some noted occasional lapses into Spielbergian sentimentality, the overall reception was overwhelmingly positive for its charm, wit, and masterful filmmaking.
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Leonardo DiCaprio
Frank Abagnale Jr.
Tom Hanks
Carl Hanratty
Christopher Walken
Frank Abagnale
Martin Sheen
Roger Strong
Nathalie Baye
Paula Abagnale
Amy Adams
Brenda Strong
James Brolin
Jack Barnes
Brian Howe
Earl Amdursky
Frank John Hughes
Tom Fox
Steve Eastin
Paul Morgan
Chris Ellis
Special Agent Witkins
John Finn
Assistant Director Marsh
Jennifer Garner
Cheryl Ann
Nancy Lenehan
Carol Strong
Ellen Pompeo
Marci
Elizabeth Banks
Lucy
Guy Thauvette
Warden Garren
Candice Azzara
Darcy
Matthew Kimbrough
Loan Officer
Joshua Boyd
Football Player
Crew
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