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Revenge (1990)

“A passion that cannot be denied. A betrayal that cannot be forgiven.”

6.5/10 · 501 votes 2h 3m r ThrillerRomanceDrama

#38 of 69 films from 1990 #1273 of 2475 in thriller

Directed by Tony Scott · Written by Jim Harrison, Jeffrey Alan Fiskin

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Overview

Michael ‘Jay’ Cochran has just left the Navy after 12 years and he's not quite sure what he's going to do, except that he knows he wants a holiday. He decides to visit Tiburon Mendez, a powerful but shady Mexican businessman who he once flew to Alaska for a hunting trip. Arriving at the Mendez mansion in Mexico, he is immediately surprised by the beauty and youth of Mendez’s wife, Miryea.

Cast

Kevin Costneras Michael J. Cochran
Anthony Quinnas Tiburon 'Tibey' Mendez
Madeleine Stoweas Miryea
Miguel Ferreras Amador
Tomas Milianas Cesar
Joaquín Martínezas Mauro
James Gammonas Texan
Jesse Cortias Madero
Sally Kirklandas Rock Star
Luis de Icazaas Ramon
Gerardo Zepedaas Elefante
John Leguizamoas Ignacio
Joe Santosas Ibarra
Christofer de Onias Diaz

Facts

Release dateFebruary 16, 1990
Runtime123 min (2h 3m) — longer as the 1990 average of 104 min
GenresThriller, Romance, Drama
LanguageEN
Box office$15,645,616
IMDbtt0100485

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Questions

How long is Revenge?
Revenge runs 123 minutes (2h 3m).
Is Revenge worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.5/10 across 501 votes, which places it #38 of 69 films released in 1990 in this index (top 46%) and #1273 among 2475 thriller titles.
Who directed Revenge?
Revenge was directed by Tony Scott. Other well-rated titles by the same director: True Romance (1993), Man on Fire (2004), Crimson Tide (1995).
Who stars in Revenge?
Kevin Costner as Michael J. Cochran; Anthony Quinn as Tiburon 'Tibey' Mendez; Madeleine Stowe as Miryea; Miguel Ferrer as Amador; Tomas Milian as Cesar; Joaquín Martínez as Mauro.
What is Revenge rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Revenge?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/30467.

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