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Fear (1996)

โ€œTogether forever. Or else.โ€

6.7/10 ยท 1,139 votes 1h 37m r ThrillerHorror

#45 of 95 films from 1996 #1009 of 2475 in thriller

Directed by James Foley ยท Written by Christopher Crowe

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Overview

Nicole Walker always dreamed of being swept away by someone special โ€” someone strong, sexy and sensitive who would care for her more than anything else in the world. David is all that and more: a modern-day knight who charms and seduces her, body and soul. But her perfect boyfriend is not all he seems to be. His sweet facade masks a savage, dark side that will soon transform Nicole's dream into a nightmare.

Cast

Mark Wahlbergas David McCall
Reese Witherspoonas Nicole Walker
William L. Petersenas Steve Walker
Amy Brennemanas Laura Walker
Alyssa Milanoas Margo Masse
Christopher Grayas Toby
Tracy Fraimas Logan
Gary Rileyas Hacker
Jason Kristoferas Terry
Jed Reesas Knobby
Todd Caldecottas Gary Rohmer
Gerry Beanas Eddie Clark
David Fredericksas Larry O'Brien
Ravinder Tooras Counterman

Facts

Release dateApril 12, 1996
Runtime97 min (1h 37m) โ€” shorter as the 1996 average of 109 min
GenresThriller, Horror
LanguageEN
IMDbtt0116287

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Questions

How long is Fear?
Fear runs 97 minutes (1h 37m).
Is Fear worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.7/10 across 1,139 votes, which places it #45 of 95 films released in 1996 in this index (top 54%) and #1009 among 2475 thriller titles.
Who directed Fear?
Fear was directed by James Foley. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Glengarry Glen Ross (1992), Fifty Shades Freed (2018), Fifty Shades Darker (2017).
Who stars in Fear?
Mark Wahlberg as David McCall; Reese Witherspoon as Nicole Walker; William L. Petersen as Steve Walker; Amy Brenneman as Laura Walker; Alyssa Milano as Margo Masse; Christopher Gray as Toby.
What is Fear rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Fear?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/41929.

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