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Next of Kin

"A Chicago cop from the hills of Kentucky. Hunting his brother's killer. Seeking justice country style."

October 20, 1989 1h 48m 5.9/10 (244 votes)

Originally released in 1989. Next of Kin is a action/adventure film. directed by John Irvin.

Starring Patrick Swayze, Liam Neeson, and Adam Baldwin

Synopsis

Truman Gates, a Chicago cop, sets out to find his brother's killer. Meanwhile, another of his brothers, Briar (a hillbilly) decides to find the killer himself.

Quick Facts

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Release Date October 20, 1989 36 years ago
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Runtime 1h 48m 108 minutes total
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User Rating 5.9/10 Mixed (244 votes)
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Budget $12M Production budget
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Box Office $15.9M 1.3x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$12,000,000
Revenue
$15,942,628

Production Companies

  • Lorimar Film Entertainment
  • Barry & Enright Productions

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is Next of Kin about?

Truman Gates, a Chicago cop, sets out to find his brother's killer. Meanwhile, another of his brothers, Briar (a hillbilly) decides to find the killer himself.

Who directed Next of Kin?

Next of Kin was directed by John Irvin.

How long is Next of Kin?

Next of Kin has a runtime of 1 hours and 48 minutes (108 minutes total).

When was Next of Kin released?

Next of Kin was released on October 20, 1989 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Next of Kin?

The main cast of Next of Kin includes Patrick Swayze, Liam Neeson, Adam Baldwin, Helen Hunt, Ted Levine.

Is Next of Kin worth watching?

Next of Kin has a user rating of 5.9/10 based on 244 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.