Out on a Limb
1992, English. Directed by Francis Veber.
He's got 24 hours to find his missing wallet with a phone number worth a hundred million dollars. There's only one place he hasn't looked...
While heading to the town where his sister, Marci, lives, big-city banker Bill Campbell is robbed by a woman who takes everything he has, including his clothes and a business document worth millions of dollars. Bill eventually reunites with Marci, who is in a tizzy because she thinks their stepfather has been killed. While trying to determine if his sister is right, Bill must also get back his valuable paperwork.
- Runtime
- 1h 22m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Cast & crew
- Francis VeberDirector
- Matthew BroderickBill Campbell
- Jeffrey JonesMatt Skearns / Peter Van Der Haven
- Heidi KlingSally
- John C. ReillyJim Jr.
- Marian MercerAnn Campbell Van Der Haven
- Larry HankinOfficer Darren
- David MarguliesMr. Buchenwald
- Courtney PeldonMarci Campbell
- Michael MonksJim Sr.
- Andrew BenneOfficer Larry
- Mickey JonesVirgil
- Nancy LenehanMiss Clayton
Details
- Released
- 4 September 1992
- Written by
- Daniel Goldin, Joshua Goldin
- Budget
- $11M
- Box office
- $1.7M
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Out on a Limb: quick answers
Is Out on a Limb worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.2/10 from 61 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Out on a Limb?
Out on a Limb runs 82 minutes (1h 22m).
Does Out on a Limb have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Out on a Limb. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Out on a Limb parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Out on a Limb is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Out on a Limb on?
Out on a Limb isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Out on a Limb?
If you liked Out on a Limb, try The Thursday Murder Club, The Trouble with Harry, Shadow of the Thin Man.
Who directed Out on a Limb?
Out on a Limb (1992) was directed by Francis Veber and stars Matthew Broderick, Jeffrey Jones, Heidi Kling.