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Galveston (2018)

“Hell is real”

6.1/10 · 561 votes 1h 31m nr Thriller

#264 of 328 films from 2018 #1825 of 2475 in thriller

Directed by Mélanie Laurent · Written by Nic Pizzolatto

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Overview

After a violent encounter, Roy finds Rocky and sees something in her eyes that prompts a fateful decision. He takes her with him as he flees to Galveston, an action as ill-advised as it is inescapable.

Cast

Ben Fosteras Roy Cady
Elle Fanningas Rocky
Beau Bridgesas Stan Ptitko
Lili Reinhartas Older Tiffany
Adepero Oduyeas Loraine
Robert Aramayoas Tray
María Valverdeas Carmen
C.K. McFarlandas Nancy
Michael Ray Escamillaas Angelo
Jeffrey Groveras Doctor Finelli
Rob Steinbergas Snowbarger
Jimmie Lee Sessomsas First Man
Sean Von Buseckas Davey
Don A. Kingas Lance

Facts

Release dateOctober 10, 2018
Runtime91 min (1h 31m) — shorter as the 2018 average of 107 min
GenresThriller
LanguageEN
IMDbtt2315596

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Questions

How long is Galveston?
Galveston runs 91 minutes (1h 31m).
Is Galveston worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.1/10 across 561 votes, which places it #264 of 328 films released in 2018 in this index (top 20%) and #1825 among 2475 thriller titles.
Who directed Galveston?
Galveston was directed by Mélanie Laurent. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Wingwomen (2023).
Who stars in Galveston?
Ben Foster as Roy Cady; Elle Fanning as Rocky; Beau Bridges as Stan Ptitko; Lili Reinhart as Older Tiffany; Adepero Oduye as Loraine; Robert Aramayo as Tray.
What is Galveston rated?
It carries a nr certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Galveston?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/47152.

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