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5.8 / 10(1,227 votes)IMDbR20071h 48m$32.6M Worldwide GrossUnited States of America, Germany, Canada

88 Minutes

“He has 88 minutes to solve a murder. His own.”

Synopsis

Famed forensic psychiatrist Dr. Jack Gramm enjoys a reputation as one of the most sought-after profilers around. His expert testimony has resulted in the conviction of many criminals, including serial killer Jon Forster. On the eve of Forster's execution, one of Gramm's students is murdered in a vicious copycat crime, and Gramm himself receives an ominous message informing him that he has less than 90 minutes to live.

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Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes

Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.

Millennium TrailerOfficial

Type: Trailer • Published 2018-09-27

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

December 24, 2007

Wide Cinema Exhibition

4K UHD / Blu-ray Debut

April 8, 2008

Physical Home Media

Financials & Box Office Performance

ReleasedBudget Recovered (1.09x ROI)

Production Budget

$30M

Filming & production cost

Worldwide Gross

$32.6M

Total global ticket sales

Box Office Return

1.09x

+$2.6M net gain

Theatrical Status

Budget Return

Box office tier

Budget: $30MWorldwide: $32.6M

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Jon Avnet
Screenplay & Story
Gary Scott Thompson
Original Score
Edward Shearmur
Original Title
88 Minutes
Country of Origin
United States of America, Germany, Canada
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 48m
Production Budget
$30M
Worldwide Gross
$32.6M
Production Studios
Brightlight Pictures, Family Room Entertainment, Randall Emmett/George Furla Productions, Millennium Media, Nu Image Entertainment

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Jon Avnet

Screenplay & Story

Gary Scott Thompson

Original Score & Music

Edward Shearmur

Director of Photography

Denis Lenoir

Film Editing

Peter E. Berger

Producers

Randall Emmett, Gary Scott Thompson, Jon Avnet, Avi Lerner, George Furla

Department Leadership Roster

Randall Emmett

Randall Emmett

Producer

Gary Scott Thompson

Gary Scott Thompson

Producer

Edward Shearmur

Edward Shearmur

Original Music Composer

Denis Lenoir

Director of Photography

Tracey Gallacher

Production Design

Jon Avnet

Jon Avnet

Director

Jon Avnet

Jon Avnet

Producer

Peter E. Berger

Editor

Gary Scott Thompson

Gary Scott Thompson

Writer

Avi Lerner

Avi Lerner

Producer

Owen Walstrom

Owen Walstrom

Stunt Coordinator

Scott J. Ateah

Stunt Coordinator

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: R

R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

International Certification Matrix

Australia (ACB)MA15+

Mature Accompanied — Restricted to persons 15 and older.

Germany (FSK)16

FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.

France (CNC)TP
United Kingdom (BBFC)15

Suitable only for 15 years and over.

United States (MPAA)R

Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for 88 Minutes.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 88 Minutes

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is 88 Minutes about?

Famed forensic psychiatrist Dr. Jack Gramm enjoys a reputation as one of the most sought-after profilers around. His expert testimony has resulted in the conviction of many criminals, including serial killer Jon Forster. On the eve of Forster's execution, one of Gramm's students is murdered in a vicious copycat crime, and Gramm himself receives an ominous message informing him that he has less than 90 minutes to live.

Who directed 88 Minutes?

88 Minutes was directed by Jon Avnet.

Who stars in 88 Minutes?

The principal cast of 88 Minutes includes Al Pacino, Alicia Witt, Leelee Sobieski, Amy Brenneman, William Forsythe.

When was 88 Minutes released and how long is it?

88 Minutes was released in 2007 with a total runtime of 1h 48m.

What was the box office and production budget of 88 Minutes?

88 Minutes had a reported production budget of $30M and grossed $32.6M at the worldwide box office (1.09 return on budget, classified as a budget recovered).

Who composed the musical score for 88 Minutes?

The original motion picture soundtrack for 88 Minutes was composed by Edward Shearmur.

What is the age rating and content advisory for 88 Minutes?

88 Minutes holds official age classifications: AU: MA15+ (Mature Accompanied — Restricted to persons 15 and older.); DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); FR: TP; GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).