Two competing lawyers join forces to sue a prestigious law firm for AIDS discrimination. As their unlikely friendship develops, their courage overcomes the prejudice and corruption of their powerful adversaries.
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Awards Dominance
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Nominations
2 Oscar · 2 Golden Globe
Won
1994
Actor in a Leading Role
Tom Hanks
Music (Original Song)
Streets Of Philadelphia in "Philadelphia" Music and Lyric by Bruce Springsteen
Makeup
Carl Fullerton, Alan D'Angerio
Music (Original Song)
Philadelphia in "Philadelphia" Music and Lyric by Neil Young
Writing (Screenplay Written Directly for the Screen)
Ron Nyswaner
1994
Best Original Song - Motion Picture
Streets of Philadelphia
Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture - Drama
Tom Hanks
Best Screenplay - Motion Picture
Ron Nyswaner
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