Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas
1998, English. Directed by Terry Gilliam.
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Raoul Duke and his attorney Dr. Gonzo drive a red convertible across the Mojave desert to Las Vegas with a suitcase full of drugs to cover a motorcycle race. As their consumption of drugs increases at an alarming rate, the stoned duo trash their hotel room and fear legal repercussions. Duke begins to drive back to L.A., but after an odd run-in with a cop, he returns to Sin City and continues his wild drug binge.
- Runtime
- 1h 58m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas is streaming on JioHotstar in India.
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Cast & crew
- Terry GilliamDirector
- Johnny DeppRaoul Duke
- Benicio del ToroDr. Gonzo
- Tobey MaguireHitchhiker
- Michael Lee GoginUniformed Dwarf
- Larry CedarCar Rental Agent - Los Angeles
- Brian Le BaronParking Attendant
- Katherine HelmondDesk Clerk at Mint Hotel
- Michael WarwickBell Boy
- Craig BierkoLacerda
- Tyde KierneyReporter
- Mark HarmonMagazine Reporter
- Tim ThomersonHoodlum
Details
- Released
- 22 May 1998
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Terry Gilliam, Tod Davies, Tony Grisoni
- Budget
- $19M
- Box office
- $11M
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What Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas is based on
Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas is based on Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas, a 1971 novel by Hunter S. Thompson, published by Random House.
Novel · 1971
Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas
By Hunter S. Thompson
Published by Random House
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Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas: quick answers
Is Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.2/10 from 5,261 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas?
Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas runs 118 minutes (1h 58m).
Does Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas on?
Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas is streaming on JioHotstar in India. (Checked 14 November 2026.)
What movies are like Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas?
If you liked Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas, try Filth, The Big Kahuna, El Gringo.
Who directed Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas?
Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas (1998) was directed by Terry Gilliam and stars Johnny Depp, Benicio del Toro, Tobey Maguire.
What is Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas based on?
Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas is based on Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas, a 1971 novel by Hunter S. Thompson, published by Random House.