Basic Instinct
"A brutal murder. A brilliant killer. A cop who can't resist the danger."
Originally released in 1992. Basic Instinct is a thriller/mystery film. directed by Paul Verhoeven. With a runtime of 2h 8m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Michael Douglas, Sharon Stone, and George Dzundza
Synopsis
Catherine, a novelist with an insatiable sexual appetite, becomes a prime suspect when her boyfriend is brutally murdered -- a crime she had described in her latest story.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 20, 1992
33 years ago
Runtime
2h 8m
128 minutes total
User Rating
6.9/10
Good (4,236 votes)
Budget
$49M
Production budget
Box Office
$352.9M
7.2x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
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Director
Top Cast
Michael Douglas
as Detective Nick Curran
Sharon Stone
as Catherine Tramell
George Dzundza
as Gus
Jeanne Tripplehorn
as Dr. Beth Garner
Denis Arndt
as Lieutenant Walker
Leilani Sarelle
as Roxy
Bruce A. Young
as Andrews
Chelcie Ross
as Captain Talcott
Dorothy Malone
as Hazel Dobkins
Wayne Knight
as John Correli
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $49,000,000
- Revenue
- $352,927,224
Production Companies
- Carolco Pictures
- Le Studio Canal+
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Basic Instinct about?
Catherine, a novelist with an insatiable sexual appetite, becomes a prime suspect when her boyfriend is brutally murdered -- a crime she had described in her latest story.
Who directed Basic Instinct?
Basic Instinct was directed by Paul Verhoeven.
How long is Basic Instinct?
Basic Instinct has a runtime of 2 hours and 8 minutes (128 minutes total).
When was Basic Instinct released?
Basic Instinct was released on March 20, 1992 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Basic Instinct?
The main cast of Basic Instinct includes Michael Douglas, Sharon Stone, George Dzundza, Jeanne Tripplehorn, Denis Arndt.
Is Basic Instinct worth watching?
Basic Instinct has a user rating of 6.9/10 based on 4,236 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.