Storyline
Isaac's son Jacob deprives his brother Esau of his birthright and has to flee for his life. He finds shelter with his uncle Laban, but is himself deceived. Finally, Jacob has to face both his uncle and brother.
Cast & Crew
Matthew Modine
Jakob
Lead
Lara Flynn Boyle
Rahel
Sean Bean
Esau
Joss Ackland
Isaak
Juliet Aubrey
Lea
Irene Papas
Rebekka
Giancarlo Giannini
Laban
Christoph Waltz
Morasch
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Peter Hall's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. Jacob is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
