The Negotiator (1998)
Movie 2h 20m ★ 7.1/10
Good for tonight if you want to: i want to feel something, keep me on the edge, pure adrenaline
The Negotiator is an action, crime and drama movie from 1998. It is directed by F. Gary Gray. The cast includes Dean Norris, Ron Rifkin and Samuel L. Jackson. The running time is 2h 20m. Audiences give it a strong score of 7.1 out of 10.
Synopsis
The police try to arrest expert hostage negotiator Danny Roman, who insists he's being framed for his partner's murder in what he believes is an elaborate conspiracy. Thinking there's evidence in the Internal Affairs offices that might clear him, he takes everyone in the office hostage and demands that another well-known negotiator be brought in to handle the situation and secretly investigate the conspiracy.
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Cast & crew
- F. Gary GrayDirector
- Dean Norrisas Scott
- Ron Rifkinas Cdr. Grant Frost
- Samuel L. Jacksonas Lt. Danny Roman
- Paul Giamattias Rudy
- Michael Cudlitzas Palermo
- David Morseas Cdr. Adam Beck
- Siobhan Fallon Hoganas Maggie
- Nestor Serranoas Hellman
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Questions about The Negotiator
- What genre is The Negotiator?
- The Negotiator is categorised as Action, Crime, Drama, Thriller.
- Who stars in The Negotiator?
- Dean Norris, Ron Rifkin, Samuel L. Jackson, Paul Giamatti, Michael Cudlitz appear in the main cast.
- Who directed The Negotiator?
- F. Gary Gray directed The Negotiator.
- How long is The Negotiator?
- The Negotiator runs for 2h 20m (140 minutes).
- Is The Negotiator worth watching?
- It holds an audience score of 7.1/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
- Where can I watch The Negotiator?
- 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.
