Basic Instinct (1992)
Movie 2h 8m ★ 6.9/10
Good for tonight if you want to: keep me on the edge
Released in 1992, Basic Instinct is a mystery and thriller movie. It is directed by Paul Verhoeven. The cast includes Sharon Stone, Stephen Tobolowsky and Daniel von Bargen. The running time is 2h 8m. Audiences give it a decent score of 6.9 out of 10.
Synopsis
Catherine, a novelist with an insatiable sexual appetite, becomes a prime suspect when her boyfriend is brutally murdered -- a crime she had described in her latest story.
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Cast & crew
- Paul VerhoevenDirector
- Sharon Stoneas Catherine Tramell
- Stephen Tobolowskyas Dr. Lamott
- Daniel von Bargenas Lieutenant Nilsen
- Chelcie Rossas Captain Talcott
- Wayne Knightas John Correli
- Jack McGeeas Sheriff
- Michael Douglasas Detective Nick Curran
- George Dzundzaas Gus
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Questions about Basic Instinct
- What genre is Basic Instinct?
- Basic Instinct is categorised as Mystery, Thriller.
- Who stars in Basic Instinct?
- Sharon Stone, Stephen Tobolowsky, Daniel von Bargen, Chelcie Ross, Wayne Knight appear in the main cast.
- Who directed Basic Instinct?
- Paul Verhoeven directed Basic Instinct.
- How long is Basic Instinct?
- Basic Instinct runs for 2h 8m (128 minutes).
- Is Basic Instinct worth watching?
- It holds an audience score of 6.9/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
- Where can I watch Basic Instinct?
- Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.
