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Dante's Peak

"The pressure is building..."

February 7, 1997 1h 48m 6.2/10 (1,999 votes)

Originally released in 1997. Dante's Peak is a action/adventure film. directed by Roger Donaldson.

Starring Pierce Brosnan, Linda Hamilton, and Arabella Field

Synopsis

Volcanologist Harry Dalton comes to the sleepy town of Dante's Peak to investigate the recent rumblings of the dormant volcano the burg is named for. Before long, his worst fears are realized when a massive eruption hits, and immediately, Harry, the mayor and the townspeople find themselves fighting for their lives amid a catastrophic nightmare.

Quick Facts

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Release Date February 7, 1997 28 years ago
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Runtime 1h 48m 108 minutes total
User Rating 6.2/10 Good (1,999 votes)
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Budget $116M Production budget
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Box Office $178.1M 1.5x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$116,000,000
Revenue
$178,127,760

Production Companies

  • Pacific Western
  • Universal Pictures

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dante's Peak about?

Volcanologist Harry Dalton comes to the sleepy town of Dante's Peak to investigate the recent rumblings of the dormant volcano the burg is named for. Before long, his worst fears are realized when ...

Who directed Dante's Peak?

Dante's Peak was directed by Roger Donaldson.

How long is Dante's Peak?

Dante's Peak has a runtime of 1 hours and 48 minutes (108 minutes total).

When was Dante's Peak released?

Dante's Peak was released on February 7, 1997 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Dante's Peak?

The main cast of Dante's Peak includes Pierce Brosnan, Linda Hamilton, Arabella Field, Jamie Renée Smith, Jeremy Foley.

Is Dante's Peak worth watching?

Dante's Peak has a user rating of 6.2/10 based on 1,999 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.