The Set Up
Synopsis
Charlie Thorpe, a security systems expert, gets caught during a robbery. When he is released from jail he is hired by a bank owner to design a fool proof system during the refurbishing of a bank. But shortly after it's finished he is blackmailed into cracking the security.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
July 23, 1995
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Strathford Hamilton
- Screenplay & Story
- Michael Thoma, James Hadley Chase
- Original Score
- Conrad Pope
- Original Title
- The Set Up
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Production Studios
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Strathford Hamilton
Michael Thoma, James Hadley Chase
Conrad Pope
David Lewis
Marcy Levitas Hamilton
Julia Verdin, Barry Bernardi
Department Leadership Roster
Strathford Hamilton
Director
Julia Verdin
Producer
David Lewis
Director of Photography
Michael Thoma
Writer
Marcy Levitas Hamilton
Editor
Ben Scott
Stunt Coordinator
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
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 The Set Up
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What is The Set Up about?
Charlie Thorpe, a security systems expert, gets caught during a robbery. When he is released from jail he is hired by a bank owner to design a fool proof system during the refurbishing of a bank. But shortly after it's finished he is blackmailed into cracking the security.
Who directed The Set Up?
The Set Up was directed by Strathford Hamilton.
Who stars in The Set Up?
The principal cast of The Set Up includes Billy Zane, Mia Sara, James Russo, James Coburn, Louis Mandylor.
When was The Set Up released and how long is it?
The Set Up was released in 1995 with a total runtime of 1h 33m.
Who composed the musical score for The Set Up?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Set Up was composed by Conrad Pope.
Is The Set Up based on a book or true story?
The Set Up is adapted from the following source material: Book: "James Hadley Chase".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Set Up?
The Set Up holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).