

Expect to Die
“Play now, or there will be no tomorrow...”
Synopsis
The military has been testing a new Virtual Reality fighting simulator, but testing is abruptly canceled when a soldier loses his life during the action. Its creator, Dr. Vincent MacIntyre, goes underground to continue developing the device, until detective Justin Blake and his partner Stone break into the syndicate to stop them. However, they are too late, and the new simulator is even deadlier than the first!
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Expect To Die (1997) | Trailer | Jalal Merhi | David Bradley | Evan Lurie | Laurina Hanson
Type: Trailer • Published 2010-09-13
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April 16, 1997
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jalal Merhi
- Screenplay & Story
- Kevin Lund, J. Stephen Maunder
- Original Score
- Varouje
- Original Title
- Expect to Die
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Production Studios
- Amsell Entertainment, Film One Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jalal Merhi
Kevin Lund, J. Stephen Maunder
Varouje
Department Leadership Roster
Kevin Lund
Writer
Jalal Merhi
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Expect to Die
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What is Expect to Die about?
The military has been testing a new Virtual Reality fighting simulator, but testing is abruptly canceled when a soldier loses his life during the action. Its creator, Dr. Vincent MacIntyre, goes underground to continue developing the device, until detective Justin Blake and his partner Stone break into the syndicate to stop them. However, they are too late, and the new simulator is even deadlier than the first!
Who directed Expect to Die?
Expect to Die was directed by Jalal Merhi.
Who stars in Expect to Die?
The principal cast of Expect to Die includes Jalal Merhi, David Bradley, Evan Lurie, Lazar Rockwood, Brad Milne.
When was Expect to Die released and how long is it?
Expect to Die was released in 1997 with a total runtime of 1h 32m.
Who composed the musical score for Expect to Die?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Expect to Die was composed by Varouje.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Expect to Die?
Expect to Die holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).
