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Snake Eyes (1998)

โ€œBelieve everything except your eyes.โ€

6.2/10 ยท 1,576 votes 1h 38m r ThrillerDramaCrimeMystery

#97 of 123 films from 1998 #1673 of 2475 in thriller

Directed by Brian De Palma ยท Written by David Koepp, Brian De Palma

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Overview

All bets are off when shady homicide cop Rick Santoro witnesses a murder during a boxing match. Determined to solve the crime, he quickly learns that his search for answers will only uncover yet more questions in an ever-widening web of conspiracy, intrigue, and danger.

Cast

Nicolas Cageas Rick Santoro
Gary Siniseas Kevin Dunne
Carla Guginoas Julia Costello
John Heardas Gilbert Powell
Stan Shawas Lincoln Tyler
Kevin Dunnas Lou Logan
Michael Rispolias Jimmy George
Joel Fabianias Charles Kirkland
Luis Guzmรกnas Cyrus
David Anthony Higginsas Ned Campbell
Mike Starras Walt McGahn
Adam C. Floresas Josรฉ Pacifico Ruiz
Tamara Tunieas Anthea
Chip Zienas Mickey Alter

Facts

Release dateAugust 7, 1998
Runtime98 min (1h 38m) โ€” shorter as the 1998 average of 109 min
GenresThriller, Drama, Crime, Mystery
LanguageEN
Budget$73,000,000
Box office$103,900,000 (1.4ร— budget)
IMDbtt0120832

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Questions

How long is Snake Eyes?
Snake Eyes runs 98 minutes (1h 38m).
Is Snake Eyes worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.2/10 across 1,576 votes, which places it #97 of 123 films released in 1998 in this index (top 22%) and #1673 among 2475 thriller titles.
Who directed Snake Eyes?
Snake Eyes was directed by Brian De Palma. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Scarface (1983), The Untouchables (1987), Carlito's Way (1993).
Who stars in Snake Eyes?
Nicolas Cage as Rick Santoro; Gary Sinise as Kevin Dunne; Carla Gugino as Julia Costello; John Heard as Gilbert Powell; Stan Shaw as Lincoln Tyler; Kevin Dunn as Lou Logan.
What is Snake Eyes rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Snake Eyes?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/18740.

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