Stone Cold
Synopsis
Jesse Stone is a former L.A. homicide detective who left behind the big city and an ex-wife to become the police chief of the quiet New England fishing town of Paradise. Stone's old habits die hard as he continues to indulge his two favorite things: Scotch whiskey and women. After a series of murders, the first ever in Paradise, and a high school girl is raped he's forced to face his own demons in order to solve the crimes.
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Jesse Stone - Stone Cold (2005) - trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2011-06-06
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Tom Selleck
Jesse Stone
Kathy Baker
Rose Gammon
Kohl Sudduth
Luther 'Suitcase' Simpson
Viola Davis
Molly Crane
Jane Adams
Brianna Lincoln
Shawn Roberts
Bo Marino
Cindy Sampson
Barbara Carey
Alexis Dziena
Candace Pennington
Mimi Rogers
Rita Fiore
Polly Shannon
Abby Taylor
Reg Rogers
Andrew Lincoln
Stephen McHattie
Captain Healy
Alex House
Kevin Feeney
Vito Rezza
Anthony D'Angelo
Victoria Snow
Margaret Pennington
Ralph Small
Chuck Pennington
Tony De Santis
Joe Marino
Chris Killam
Kenneth Eisley
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 31, 2005
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert Harmon
- Screenplay & Story
- Michael Brandman, John Fasano, Robert B. Parker
- Original Score
- Jeff Beal
- Original Title
- Stone Cold
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- Spanish, English
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Production Studios
- Sony Pictures Television, Brandman Productions, TWS Productions II
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert Harmon
Michael Brandman, John Fasano, Robert B. Parker
Jeff Beal
Rene Ohashi
Armen Minasian
Michael Brandman, Tom Selleck, Steven J. Brandman
Department Leadership Roster
Robert Harmon
Director
Betty Pecha Madden
Costume Design
Steven J. Brandman
Producer
Jeff Beal
Original Music Composer
Randy Boliver
Stunt Coordinator
Rene Ohashi
Director of Photography
Armen Minasian
Editor
Vaughan Edwards
Production Design
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Stone Cold
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What is Stone Cold about?
Jesse Stone is a former L.A. homicide detective who left behind the big city and an ex-wife to become the police chief of the quiet New England fishing town of Paradise. Stone's old habits die hard as he continues to indulge his two favorite things: Scotch whiskey and women. After a series of murders, the first ever in Paradise, and a high school girl is raped he's forced to face his own demons in order to solve the crimes.
Who directed Stone Cold?
Stone Cold was directed by Robert Harmon.
Who stars in Stone Cold?
The principal cast of Stone Cold includes Tom Selleck, Kathy Baker, Kohl Sudduth, Viola Davis, Jane Adams.
When was Stone Cold released and how long is it?
Stone Cold was released in 2005 with a total runtime of 1h 27m.
Who composed the musical score for Stone Cold?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Stone Cold was composed by Jeff Beal.
Is Stone Cold based on a book or true story?
Stone Cold is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Robert B. Parker".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Stone Cold?
Stone Cold holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).