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Crash (1996)

โ€œExploring the ultimate thrill where body and metal become one.โ€

6.5/10 ยท 1,426 votes 1h 40m nc-17 ThrillerDrama

#58 of 95 films from 1996 #1242 of 2475 in thriller

Directed by David Cronenberg ยท Written by David Cronenberg, J.G. Ballard

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Overview

A car crash victim inexplicably finds himself aroused by car accidents and becomes involved with an underground subculture of like-minded souls.

Cast

James Spaderas James Ballard
Holly Hunteras Helen Remington
Elias Koteasas Vaughan
Deborah Kara Ungeras Catherine Ballard
Rosanna Arquetteas Gabrielle
Peter MacNeillas Colin Seagrave
Cheryl Swartsas Vera Seagrave
Yolande Julianas Airport Hooker
Nicky Guadagnias Tattooist
Ronn Sarosiakas A.D.
Boyd Banksas Grip
Judah Katzas Salesman
Markus Pariloas Man in Hanger
Alice Poonas Camera Girl

Facts

Release dateJuly 17, 1996
Runtime100 min (1h 40m) โ€” about the same as the 1996 average of 109 min
GenresThriller, Drama
LanguageEN
Budget$9,000,000
Box office$2,671,855 (0.3ร— budget)
IMDbtt0115964

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Questions

How long is Crash?
Crash runs 100 minutes (1h 40m).
Is Crash worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.5/10 across 1,426 votes, which places it #58 of 95 films released in 1996 in this index (top 40%) and #1242 among 2475 thriller titles.
Who directed Crash?
Crash was directed by David Cronenberg. Other well-rated titles by the same director: The Fly (1986), Eastern Promises (2007), Videodrome (1983).
Who stars in Crash?
James Spader as James Ballard; Holly Hunter as Helen Remington; Elias Koteas as Vaughan; Deborah Kara Unger as Catherine Ballard; Rosanna Arquette as Gabrielle; Peter MacNeill as Colin Seagrave.
What is Crash rated?
It carries a nc-17 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Crash?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/12380.

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