Twister
"The dark side of nature."
Originally released in 1996. Twister is a action/adventure film. directed by Jan de Bont.
Starring Helen Hunt, Bill Paxton, and Jami Gertz
Synopsis
An unprecedented series of violent tornadoes is sweeping across Oklahoma. Tornado chasers, headed by Dr. Jo Harding, attempt to release a groundbreaking device that will allow them to track them and create a more advanced warning system. They are joined by Jo's soon to be ex-husband Bill, a former tornado chaser himself, and his girlfriend Melissa.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 10, 1996
29 years ago
Runtime
1h 53m
113 minutes total
User Rating
6.5/10
Good (3,719 votes)
Budget
$92M
Production budget
Box Office
$494.5M
5.4x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $92,000,000
- Revenue
- $494,471,524
Production Companies
- Warner Bros. Pictures
- Universal Pictures
- Amblin Entertainment
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Twister about?
An unprecedented series of violent tornadoes is sweeping across Oklahoma. Tornado chasers, headed by Dr. Jo Harding, attempt to release a groundbreaking device that will allow them to track them an...
Who directed Twister?
Twister was directed by Jan de Bont.
How long is Twister?
Twister has a runtime of 1 hours and 53 minutes (113 minutes total).
When was Twister released?
Twister was released on May 10, 1996 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Twister?
The main cast of Twister includes Helen Hunt, Bill Paxton, Jami Gertz, Cary Elwes, Lois Smith.
Is Twister worth watching?
Twister has a user rating of 6.5/10 based on 3,719 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.