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6.8 / 10(734 votes)IMDbR19991h 41m$2.1M Worldwide GrossCzech Republic, Mexico, United Kingdom, United States of America

Ravenous

“You are who you eat.”

Synopsis

After arriving at his new, remote Army outpost, Capt. John Boyd and his regiment aid a wounded frontiersman who recounts a horrifying tale of a wagon train murdered by its supposed guide – a vicious U.S. Army colonel gone rogue. Fearing the worst, the regiment heads out into the wilderness to verify the gruesome claims.

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Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes

Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.

Official TrailerOfficial

Type: Trailer • Published 2014-05-21

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

March 16, 1999

Wide Cinema Exhibition

4K UHD / Blu-ray Debut

September 6, 2005

Physical Home Media

Financials & Box Office Performance

ReleasedUnderperformed (0.17x ROI)

Production Budget

$12M

Filming & production cost

Worldwide Gross

$2.1M

Total global ticket sales

Box Office Return

0.17x

-$9.9M deficit

Theatrical Status

Budget Return

Box office tier

Budget: $12MWorldwide: $2.1M

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Antonia Bird
Screenplay & Story
Ted Griffin
Original Score
Michael Nyman, Damon Albarn
Original Title
Ravenous
Country of Origin
Czech Republic, Mexico, United Kingdom, United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 41m
Production Budget
$12M
Worldwide Gross
$2.1M
Production Studios
ETIC Films, Engulf & Devour Productions Inc., Fox 2000 Pictures, 20th Century Fox, Heyday Films, Adam Fields Productions

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Antonia Bird

Screenplay & Story

Ted Griffin

Original Score & Music

Michael Nyman, Damon Albarn

Director of Photography

Anthony B. Richmond

Film Editing

Neil Farrell

Producers

Adam Fields, David Heyman, Tim Van Rellim

Department Leadership Roster

Adam Fields

Producer

Antonia Bird

Antonia Bird

Director

Ted Griffin

Ted Griffin

Screenplay

David Heyman

David Heyman

Producer

Anthony B. Richmond

Anthony B. Richmond

Director of Photography

Neil Farrell

Editor

Bryce Perrin

Production Design

Sheena Napier

Costume Design

Paul Weston

Paul Weston

Stunt Coordinator

Michael Nyman

Michael Nyman

Original Music Composer

Damon Albarn

Damon Albarn

Original Music Composer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: R

R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

International Certification Matrix

Germany (FSK)18

FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.

France (CNC)12

Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.

United Kingdom (BBFC)18

Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.

United States (MPAA)R

Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Ravenous.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ravenous

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Ravenous about?

After arriving at his new, remote Army outpost, Capt. John Boyd and his regiment aid a wounded frontiersman who recounts a horrifying tale of a wagon train murdered by its supposed guide – a vicious U.S. Army colonel gone rogue. Fearing the worst, the regiment heads out into the wilderness to verify the gruesome claims.

Who directed Ravenous?

Ravenous was directed by Antonia Bird.

Who stars in Ravenous?

The principal cast of Ravenous includes Guy Pearce, Robert Carlyle, David Arquette, Jeremy Davies, Jeffrey Jones.

When was Ravenous released and how long is it?

Ravenous was released in 1999 with a total runtime of 1h 41m.

What was the box office and production budget of Ravenous?

Ravenous had a reported production budget of $12M and grossed $2.1M at the worldwide box office (0.17 return on budget, classified as a underperformed).

Who composed the musical score for Ravenous?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Ravenous was composed by Michael Nyman, Damon Albarn.

What is the age rating and content advisory for Ravenous?

Ravenous holds official age classifications: DE: 18 (FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.); FR: 12 (Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.); GB: 18 (Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).