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Cold in July (2014)

“How many men can one bullet kill?”

6.5/10 · 843 votes 1h 49m r ThrillerDrama

#169 of 309 films from 2014 #1276 of 2475 in thriller

Directed by Jim Mickle · Written by Nick Damici, Jim Mickle, Joe R. Lansdale

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Overview

While investigating noises in his house one balmy Texas night in 1989, Richard Dane puts a bullet in the brain of a low-life burglar. Although he’s hailed as a small-town hero, Dane soon finds himself fearing for his family’s safety when Freddy’s ex-con father rolls into town, hell-bent on revenge.

Cast

Michael C. Hallas Richard Dane
Don Johnsonas Jim Bob
Sam Shepardas Russell
Vinessa Shawas Ann Dane
Nick Damicias Ray Price
Wyatt Russellas Freddy
Lanny Flahertyas Jack Crow
Brianda Agramonteas Young Latina Girl on Tape
Tim Lajcikas Mex
Brogan Hallas Jordan Dane
Ken Holmesas Burglar
Rachel Zeiger-Haagas Valerie
Kristin Griffithas Kay
Laurent Rejtoas Perp

Facts

Release dateMay 23, 2014
Runtime109 min (1h 49m) — about the same as the 2014 average of 105 min
GenresThriller, Drama
LanguageEN
Box office$427,418
IMDbtt1179031

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Questions

How long is Cold in July?
Cold in July runs 109 minutes (1h 49m).
Is Cold in July worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.5/10 across 843 votes, which places it #169 of 309 films released in 2014 in this index (top 46%) and #1276 among 2475 thriller titles.
Who directed Cold in July?
Cold in July was directed by Jim Mickle. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Stake Land (2010), In the Shadow of the Moon (2019), We Are What We Are (2013).
Who stars in Cold in July?
Michael C. Hall as Richard Dane; Don Johnson as Jim Bob; Sam Shepard as Russell; Vinessa Shaw as Ann Dane; Nick Damici as Ray Price; Wyatt Russell as Freddy.
What is Cold in July rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Cold in July?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/31742.

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