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Desperate Measures at a glance
Desperate Measures is a 1998 action and drama film, running 1h 40m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: R in the United Kingdom.
In the United Kingdom it is listed on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video and Sky Store.
Rated R in the United Kingdom — intended for adults. Expect the themes and content that rating covers.
All key facts8
- Type
- Feature film
- Released
- 1998-01-30
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Genres
- Action, Drama, Thriller, Crime
- Director
- Barbet Schroeder
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- TMDB rating
- 6.0 / 10 · 338 votes
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Synopsis
Feature filmSan Francisco police officer Frank Connor is in a frantic search for a compatible bone marrow donor for his gravely ill son. There's only one catch the potential donor is convicted multiple murderer Peter McCabe who sees a trip to the hospital as the perfect opportunity to get what he wants most: freedom. With McCabe's escape, the entire hospital becomes a battleground and Connor must pursue and, ironically, protect the deadly fugitive who is his son's only hope for survival.
Cast
14 names
Michael KeatonPeter McCabe
Andy GarciaFrank Conner
Brian CoxCaptain Jeremiah Cassidy
Marcia Gay HardenDr. Samantha Hawkins
Erik KingNate Oliver
Efrain FigueroaVargas
Joseph CrossMatthew Conner
Janel MoloneySarah Davis
Richard RiehleEd Fayne
Tracey WalterMedical Inmate
Keith DiamondDerrick WilsonPeter WeireterSWAT Team Commander
Steve ParkDr. Gosha
Dennis CockrumPelican Bay Head GuardQuestions about Desperate Measures
Quick answersWhere can I watch Desperate Measures in the United Kingdom?
In the United Kingdom, Desperate Measures is listed on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Sky Store, YouTube, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video. Use the country selector above the facts to see another market — streaming rights differ by country.
Is Desperate Measures suitable for children?
Desperate Measures is rated R in the United Kingdom. That rating covers the themes and content levels set by the local classifier, so use it together with your own judgement for younger viewers.
Is Desperate Measures on PelisPlus UK?
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What is Desperate Measures about?
San Francisco police officer Frank Connor is in a frantic search for a compatible bone marrow donor for his gravely ill son. There's only one catch the potential donor is convicted multiple murderer Peter McCabe who sees a trip to the hospital as the perfect opportunity to get what he wants most: freedom. With…
How long is Desperate Measures?
Desperate Measures runs for 1h 40m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.
Can I watch the Desperate Measures trailer?
Yes. Press Watch trailer to play Desperate Measures (Theatrical Trailer) without leaving this page. The trailer is embedded from YouTube.
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