What genre is Chain Reaction?

Chain Reaction is categorised as Action, Science Fiction, Thriller.

Who stars in Chain Reaction?

Kevin Dunn, Brian Cox, Fred Ward, Keanu Reeves, Chelcie Ross appear in the main cast.

Who directed Chain Reaction?

Andrew Davis directed Chain Reaction.

How long is Chain Reaction?

Chain Reaction runs for 1h 47m (107 minutes).

Is Chain Reaction worth watching?

It holds an audience score of 5.8/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.

Where can I watch Chain Reaction?

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.

Chain Reaction (1996)

Name: Chain Reaction
Genre: Action, Science Fiction, Thriller
Released: 1996
Duration: 107 min
Cast: Kevin Dunn, Brian Cox, Fred Ward, Keanu Reeves, Chelcie Ross

Movie 1h 47m ★ 5.8/10

Good for tonight if you want to: keep me on the edge, pure adrenaline, blow my mind

Action Science Fiction Thriller

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Released in 1996, Chain Reaction is an action, science fiction and thriller movie. It is directed by Andrew Davis. The cast includes Kevin Dunn, Brian Cox and Fred Ward. The running time is 1h 47m. Audiences give it a mixed score of 5.8 out of 10.

Synopsis

At the University of Chicago, a research team that includes brilliant student machinist Eddie Kasalivich experiences a breakthrough: a stable form of fusion that may lead to a waste-free energy source. However, a private company wants to exploit the technology, so Kasalivich and physicist Dr. Lily Sinclair are framed for murder, and the fusion device is stolen. On the run from the FBI, they must recover the technology and exonerate themselves.

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Questions about Chain Reaction

What genre is Chain Reaction?: Chain Reaction is categorised as Action, Science Fiction, Thriller.
Who stars in Chain Reaction?: Kevin Dunn, Brian Cox, Fred Ward, Keanu Reeves, Chelcie Ross appear in the main cast.
Who directed Chain Reaction?: Andrew Davis directed Chain Reaction.
How long is Chain Reaction?: Chain Reaction runs for 1h 47m (107 minutes).
Is Chain Reaction worth watching?: It holds an audience score of 5.8/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
Where can I watch Chain Reaction?: 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.

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