Rising Storm
Synopsis
The year is 2099. The United States is ruled by the Reverend Jimmy Joe II, in a dictatorship where big guns and fundamentalist religion are used to keep the masses in control. The Reverend's troopers patrol the streets and the slums with assault rifles, ready to prevent any trouble from the revolutionary Kropfelders.
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Rising Storm (1989) HQ Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2011-10-08
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 21, 1989
Wide Cinema Exhibition
August 6, 1990
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Frank Schaeffer
- Screenplay & Story
- Gary Rosen, William Fay
- Original Title
- Rising Storm
- Country of Origin
- Namibia, South Africa
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Frank Schaeffer
Gary Rosen, William Fay
Department Leadership Roster
Frank Schaeffer
Director
Gary Rosen
Writer
William Fay
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Rising Storm
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What is Rising Storm about?
The year is 2099. The United States is ruled by the Reverend Jimmy Joe II, in a dictatorship where big guns and fundamentalist religion are used to keep the masses in control. The Reverend's troopers patrol the streets and the slums with assault rifles, ready to prevent any trouble from the revolutionary Kropfelders.
Who directed Rising Storm?
Rising Storm was directed by Frank Schaeffer.
Who stars in Rising Storm?
The principal cast of Rising Storm includes Zach Galligan, Wayne Crawford, June Chadwick, Elizabeth Keifer, John Rhys-Davies.
When was Rising Storm released and how long is it?
Rising Storm was released in 1989 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Rising Storm?
Rising Storm holds official age classifications: DE: 18 (FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).