Loch Ness
“for 1500 years one legend remains undiscovered undisturbed until now LOCH NESS.”
Synopsis
Dr. Dempsey, an American scientist, is sent to Scotland to disprove the existence of the Loch Ness Monster. He is shocked when Laura, an inn-keeper, introduces him to a small family of Nessie-dinosaurs.
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Loch Ness (1996) Movie Trailer.
Type: Trailer • Published 2011-10-07
Top Cast
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Ted Danson
Dr. Dempsey
Joely Richardson
Laura
Ian Holm
Water Bailiff
Kirsty Graham
Isabel
James Frain
Adrian Foote
Keith Allen
Gordon Shoals
Nick Brimble
Andy Maclean
Wolf Kahler
Dr Muller
John Dair
Macleash
Philip O'Brien
Dr Abernathy
Debora Weston
Dr Hunter
Roger Sloman
Norwegian
Julian Curry
Englishman
Brian Pettifer
Repairman
John Savident
Dr Binns
Richard Vernon
Aged Professor
Harris Yulin
Dr Mercer
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 20, 1996
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Henderson
- Screenplay & Story
- John Fusco
- Original Score
- Trevor Jones
- Original Title
- Loch Ness
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 41m
- Production Studios
- PolyGram Filmed Entertainment, Working Title
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Henderson
John Fusco
Trevor Jones
Clive Tickner
Jon Gregory
Eric Fellner, Tim Bevan, Stephen Ujlaki
Department Leadership Roster
John Henderson
Director
John Fusco
Writer
Eric Fellner
Producer
Tim Bevan
Producer
Stephen Ujlaki
Producer
Trevor Jones
Original Music Composer
Clive Tickner
Director of Photography
Jon Gregory
Editor
Sophie Becher
Production Design
Nic Ede
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 0 — Approved without age restriction.
Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Loch Ness
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Loch Ness about?
Dr. Dempsey, an American scientist, is sent to Scotland to disprove the existence of the Loch Ness Monster. He is shocked when Laura, an inn-keeper, introduces him to a small family of Nessie-dinosaurs.
Who directed Loch Ness?
Loch Ness was directed by John Henderson.
Who stars in Loch Ness?
The principal cast of Loch Ness includes Ted Danson, Joely Richardson, Ian Holm, Kirsty Graham, James Frain.
When was Loch Ness released and how long is it?
Loch Ness was released in 1996 with a total runtime of 1h 41m.
Who composed the musical score for Loch Ness?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Loch Ness was composed by Trevor Jones.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Loch Ness?
Loch Ness holds official age classifications: DE: 0 (FSK 0 — Approved without age restriction.); GB: PG (Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).