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Crash (2005)

“Moving at the speed of life, we are bound to collide with each other.”

7.2/10 · 4,023 votes 1h 52m r Drama

#35 of 184 films from 2005 #1426 of 3759 in drama

Directed by Paul Haggis · Written by Paul Haggis, Bobby Moresco

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Overview

In post-Sept. 11 Los Angeles, tensions erupt when the lives of a Brentwood housewife, her district attorney husband, a Persian shopkeeper, two cops, a pair of carjackers and a Korean couple converge during a 36-hour period.

Cast

Sandra Bullockas Jean Cabot
Don Cheadleas Det. Graham Waters
Matt Dillonas Officer John Ryan
Jennifer Espositoas Ria
Brendan Fraseras Rick Cabot
Michael Peñaas Daniel Ruiz
Nona Gayeas Karen
Terrence Howardas Cameron Thayer
Ludacrisas Anthony
Thandiwe Newtonas Christine Thayer
Larenz Tateas Peter
Marina Sirtisas Shereen
Beverly Toddas Graham's Mother
Ashlyn Sanchezas Lara Ruiz

Facts

Release dateMay 6, 2005
Runtime112 min (1h 52m) — about the same as the 2005 average of 106 min
GenresDrama
LanguageEN
Budget$6,500,000
Box office$98,400,000 (15.1× budget)
IMDbtt0375679

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Questions

How long is Crash?
Crash runs 112 minutes (1h 52m).
Is Crash worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.2/10 across 4,023 votes, which places it #35 of 184 films released in 2005 in this index (top 82%) and #1426 among 3759 drama titles.
Who directed Crash?
Crash was directed by Paul Haggis. Other well-rated titles by the same director: The Next Three Days (2010), In the Valley of Elah (2007), Third Person (2014).
Who stars in Crash?
Sandra Bullock as Jean Cabot; Don Cheadle as Det. Graham Waters; Matt Dillon as Officer John Ryan; Jennifer Esposito as Ria; Brendan Fraser as Rick Cabot; Michael Peña as Daniel Ruiz.
What is Crash rated?
It carries a r 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/39312.

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