Basic Instinct
1992, English. Directed by Paul Verhoeven.
A brutal murder. A brilliant killer. A cop who can't resist the danger.
Catherine, a novelist with an insatiable sexual appetite, becomes a prime suspect when her boyfriend is brutally murdered -- a crime she had described in her latest story.
- Runtime
- 2h 8m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- A
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
7.0/10 from 4,590 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
- Paul VerhoevenDirector
- Michael DouglasDetective Nick Curran
- Sharon StoneCatherine Tramell
- George DzundzaGus
- Jeanne TripplehornDr. Beth Garner
- Denis ArndtLieutenant Walker
- Leilani SarelleRoxy
- Bruce A. YoungAndrews
- Chelcie RossCaptain Talcott
- Dorothy MaloneHazel Dobkins
- Wayne KnightJohn Correli
- Daniel von BargenLieutenant Nilsen
- Stephen TobolowskyDr. Lamott
Details
- Released
- 20 March 1992
- Country
- United States of America, France
- Written by
- Joe Eszterhas
- Budget
- $49M
- Box office
- $353M
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Basic Instinct: quick answers
Is Basic Instinct worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 7.0/10 from 4,590 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Basic Instinct?
Basic Instinct runs 128 minutes (2h 8m).
Does Basic Instinct have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Basic Instinct. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Is Basic Instinct suitable for kids?
Basic Instinct is rated A in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Where can I watch Basic Instinct?
Basic Instinct is streaming on fuboTV, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel, Paramount+ Roku Premium Channel.
What movies are like Basic Instinct?
If you liked Basic Instinct, try 8MM, Cruising, Farewell, My Lovely.
Who directed Basic Instinct?
Basic Instinct (1992) was directed by Paul Verhoeven and stars Michael Douglas, Sharon Stone, George Dzundza.