Face/Off (1997)
Movie 2h 19m ★ 7.0/10
Good for tonight if you want to: keep me on the edge, pure adrenaline, blow my mind
Released in 1997, Face/Off is an action, crime and science fiction movie. It is directed by John Woo. The cast includes CCH Pounder, Joan Allen and Colm Feore. The running time is 2h 19m. Audiences give it a strong score of 7.0 out of 10.
Synopsis
In order to foil a terrorist plot, an FBI agent undergoes facial transplant surgery and assumes the identity of a criminal mastermind. The plan turns sour when the criminal wakes up prematurely and seeks revenge.
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Cast & crew
- John WooDirector
- CCH Pounderas Hollis Miller
- Joan Allenas Eve Archer
- Colm Feoreas Dr. Malcolm Walsh
- Robert Wisdomas Tito Biondi
- Matt Rossas Loomis
- Nicolas Cageas Castor Troy
- Harve Presnellas Victor Lazarro
- John Travoltaas Sean Archer
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Questions about Face/Off
- What genre is Face/Off?
- Face/Off is categorised as Action, Crime, Science Fiction.
- Who stars in Face/Off?
- CCH Pounder, Joan Allen, Colm Feore, Robert Wisdom, Matt Ross appear in the main cast.
- Who directed Face/Off?
- John Woo directed Face/Off.
- How long is Face/Off?
- Face/Off runs for 2h 19m (139 minutes).
- Is Face/Off worth watching?
- It holds an audience score of 7.0/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
- Where can I watch Face/Off?
- 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.
