Movie "Extraordinary Measures" - DVD Movies Encyclopedia

Short description of the movie "Extraordinary Measures"

Inspired by an incredible true story, the CBS Films docudrama portrays one father's desperate quest to save his children from succumbing to a rare life-threatening genetic disorder. Working-class father John Crowley (Brendan Fraser) is finally on the fast track to corporate success when his two young children, Megan and Patrick, are diagnosed with Pompe disease — a condition that prevents the body from breaking down sugar. In time, it disables the heart and the muscles, ultimately resulting in death. With the support of his wife, Aileen (Keri Russell), John ditches his career and teams with unconventional specialist Dr. Robert Stonehill (Harrison Ford) to found a bio-tech company and develop a cure in time to save the lives of Megan and Patrick. As Dr. Stonehill works tirelessly to prove the theories that made him the black sheep of the medical community, a powerful bond is forged between the two unlikely allies. Still, their greatest struggle is yet to come.

Starring actors in "Extraordinary Measures" movie:

Patrick Bauchau as a character Jurgen Axelsson Patrick Bauchau also starred in the next movies: "The Cell" in a role of Lucien Baines; "Secretary"; "Panic Room" in a role of Stephen Altman; "A 007 View to a Kill" in a role of Scarpine; "Karla" in a role of Dr. Arnold; "Phenomena" in a role of Insp. Rudolf Geiger; "The Perfect Sleep" in a role of Nikolai; "The Memory Thief" in a role of Mr. Fisher;

Robert Blanche as a character Chuck Robert Blanche also starred in the next movies: "Without a Paddle: Nature's Calling" in a role of Massey;

Gavin Bristol as a character Webber's Assistant Gavin Bristol starred only in the movie "Extraordinary Measures"

Landon Brooks Landon Brooks starred only in the movie "Extraordinary Measures"

G.J. Echternkamp as a character Niles G.J. Echternkamp starred only in the movie "Extraordinary Measures"

Harrison Ford as a character Dr. Robert Stonehill Harrison Ford also starred in the next movies: "Six Days Seven Nights" in a role of Quinn Harris; "Apocalypse Now" in a role of Colonel Lucas; "Blade Runner" in a role of Rick Deckard; "Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom" in a role of Indiana Jones; "What Lies Beneath" in a role of Dr. Norman Spencer; "Star Wars: Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back" in a role of Han Solo; "Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope" in a role of Han Solo; "Star Wars: Episode VI - Return of the Jedi" in a role of Han Solo; "Hollywood Homicide" in a role of Joe Gavilan; "Air Force One" in a role of President James Marshall; "The Fugitive" in a role of Dr. Richard Kimble; "Firewall" in a role of Jack Stanfield; "Clear and Present Danger" in a role of Jack Ryan; "K-19: The Widowmaker" in a role of Alexei Vostrikov; "Patriot Games" in a role of Jack Ryan; "Random Hearts" in a role of Sergeant William 'Dutch' Van Den Broeck; "Blade Runner (Final cut)" in a role of Rick Deckard; "Force 10 from Navarone" in a role of Lieutenant Colonel Mike Barnsby; "Frantic" in a role of Dr. Richard Walker; "Raiders of the Lost Ark" in a role of Indiana Jones; "Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull" in a role of Indiana Jones; "Working Girl" in a role of Jack Trainer; "The Conversation" in a role of Martin Stett; "Crossing Over" in a role of Max Brogan; "The Frisco Kid" in a role of Tommy; "Regarding Henry" in a role of Henry Turner; "The Mosquito Coast" in a role of Allie Fox; "Presumed Innocent" in a role of Rusty Sabich;

Brendan Fraser as a character John Crowley Brendan Fraser also starred in the next movies: "Bedazzled" in a role of Elliot Richards/Jefe/Mary; "The Mummy Returns" in a role of Richard 'Rick' O'Connell; "The Mummy" in a role of Richard 'Rick' O'Connell; "Blast from the Past" in a role of Adam Webber; "Looney Tunes: Back in Action" in a role of DJ Drake/Himself/Voice of Tasmanian Devil and She-Devil; "The Air I Breathe" in a role of Pleasure; "The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor" in a role of Rick O'Connell; "Inkheart" in a role of Mo 'Silvertongue' Folchart; "George of the Jungle" in a role of George of the Jungle; "Dudley Do-Right" in a role of Dudley Do-Right; "Encino Man" in a role of Link; "Gods and Monsters" in a role of Clayton Boone; "Monkeybone" in a role of Stu Miley; "School Ties" in a role of David Greene; "Furry Vengeance" in a role of Dan Sanders;

Sam Hall as a character John Jr. Sam Hall also starred in the next movies: "The Map Reader" in a role of Simon;

Christopher D. Harder as a character Researcher Christopher D. Harder starred only in the movie "Extraordinary Measures"

Jared Harris as a character Webber Jared Harris also starred in the next movies: "Mr. Deeds" in a role of Mac McGrath; "Resident Evil: Apocalypse" in a role of Dr. Ashford; "Sylvia" in a role of Al Alvarez; "Lost in Space" in a role of Older Will Robinson; "How to Kill Your Neighbor's Dog" in a role of False Peter; "Igby Goes Down" in a role of Russel; "Lady in the Water" in a role of Goatee Smoker; "From Within" in a role of Bernard; "Tales of the Black Freighter" in a role of Ridley; "Far and Away" in a role of Paddy;

Eric Martin Reid as a character ICU Doctor Eric Martin Reid also starred in the next movies: "Everyman's War" in a role of Fuller;

Trip Ross as a character Nurse Trip Ross starred only in the movie "Extraordinary Measures"

Courtney B. Vance Courtney B. Vance also starred in the next movies: "The Last Supper" in a role of Luke; "Space Cowboys" in a role of Roger Hines; "Cookie's Fortune" in a role of Otis Tucker; "The Hunt for Red October" in a role of Sonarman 2nd Class Ronald Jones; "Beyond the Law aka Fixing The Shadow" in a role of Conroy Price; "Hamburger Hill" in a role of Doc Johnson;

Diego Velazquez as a character Patrick Crowley Diego Velazquez starred only in the movie "Extraordinary Measures"