Standoff
“Trust Will Get You Killed”
Synopsis
The FBI and Texas police make ready to storm the headquarters of a heavily armed sect of religious fanatics. But the operation goes horribly wrong and a couple of agents seek protection at an abandoned farm. But they are not the only ones there.
Top Cast
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Robert Sean Leonard
Agent Jamie Doolin
Dennis Haysbert
Agent Ty 'Bama' Jones
Natasha Henstridge
Mary
Tricia Vessey
Freebie
Paul Ben-Victor
Agent Hank McGill
Keith Carradine
Agent Zeke Clayton
Paul Scherrer
Ranger Barry
Andre G. Ellingson
Paramedic
David Hart
Blond Agent
Michael O'Neill
Cult Leader (Voice)
Janet Elaine
Cult Member
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 11, 1998
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Andrew Chapman
- Screenplay & Story
- Andrew Chapman
- Original Score
- Dan Wool
- Original Title
- Standoff
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Production Studios
- Trimark Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Andrew Chapman
Andrew Chapman
Dan Wool
Nancy Schreiber, Carol Kaelson
Samuel Craven
Mark Amin, Dan Stone, Lisa Zimble
Department Leadership Roster
Andrew Chapman
Director
Andrew Chapman
Writer
Nancy Schreiber
Director of Photography
Amy Ancona
Production Design
Dan Stone
Producer
Lisa Zimble
Producer
Samuel Craven
Editor
Stephen M. Krajica
Costume Design
Russell Towery
Stunt Coordinator
Dan Wool
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Standoff.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Standoff
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Standoff about?
The FBI and Texas police make ready to storm the headquarters of a heavily armed sect of religious fanatics. But the operation goes horribly wrong and a couple of agents seek protection at an abandoned farm. But they are not the only ones there.
Who directed Standoff?
Standoff was directed by Andrew Chapman.
Who stars in Standoff?
The principal cast of Standoff includes Robert Sean Leonard, Dennis Haysbert, Natasha Henstridge, Tricia Vessey, Paul Ben-Victor.
When was Standoff released and how long is it?
Standoff was released in 1998 with a total runtime of 1h 31m.
Who composed the musical score for Standoff?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Standoff was composed by Dan Wool.