Fatal Instinct
1993, English. Directed by Carl Reiner.
Sex, murder and revenge were never this funny.
Ned Ravine is a police officer and lawyer who occasionally defends the delinquents he arrests. He crosses paths with seductive Lola Cain during an assignment and promptly begins an affair with her. Meanwhile, Ned's wife, Lana, is deep in an affair of her own. Lana and her lover are planning to murder Ned in an elaborate fashion so they can collect on his triple indemnity life insurance policy.
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Where to watch Fatal Instinct
Fatal Instinct isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Carl ReinerDirector
- Armand AssanteNed Ravine
- Sherilyn FennLaura Lincolnberry
- Kate NelliganLana Ravine
- Sean YoungLola Cain
- Christopher McDonaldFrank Kelbo
- James RemarMax Shady
- Tony RandallJudge Skanky
- Clarence ClemonsClarence
- Keith CampbellMurder Investigator
- Michael CumpstyLaura's Husband
- Bob UeckerHimself
- Eartha KittTrial Judge
Details
- Released
- 29 October 1993
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- David O'Malley
- Budget
- $10M
- Box office
- $7.8M
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Fatal Instinct: quick answers
Is Fatal Instinct worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.5/10 from 179 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Fatal Instinct?
Fatal Instinct runs 90 minutes (1h 30m).
Does Fatal Instinct have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Fatal Instinct. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Fatal Instinct parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Fatal Instinct is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Fatal Instinct on?
Fatal Instinct isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Fatal Instinct?
If you liked Fatal Instinct, try The Naked Gun, Who's Harry Crumb?, The Late Show.
Who directed Fatal Instinct?
Fatal Instinct (1993) was directed by Carl Reiner and stars Armand Assante, Sherilyn Fenn, Kate Nelligan.