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Critic Angie Errigo
rated 6

Vince Vaughn impressively exploits a rangy role in a compelling moral dilemma drama. He's not alone; the principal cast is uniformly credible, vital to sustaining the gripping premise.

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Cast & Crew

Joseph Ruben
Director
Vince Vaughn
As John 'Sheriff' Volgecherev
Anne Heche
As Beth Eastern
Vera Farmiga
As Kerrie
Jada Pinkett Smith
As M.J. Major
Joaquin Phoenix
As Lewis McBride
David Zayas
As Construction Foreman
Nick Sandow
As Ravitch

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In this tense and suspenseful drama, three friends vacationing in Malaysia are forced to confront their past mistakes when one of them is arrested for drug possession. The two remaining friends must decide whether to return to Malaysia and share the blame, or let their friend face the death penalty. As they grapple with their decision, they are confronted with the harsh realities of the Malaysian justice system and the true meaning of friendship and sacrifice. Will they return to paradise, or will they leave their friend behind to face his fate?

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Return to Paradise was released in theaters on August 10, 1998.

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Return to Paradise was released for streaming on February 23, 2010.