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6.3 / 10(102 votes)IMDbR19761h 55m$6.7M Worldwide GrossUnited States of America

Two-Minute Warning

“91,000 people. 33 exit gates. One sniper…”

Synopsis

A psychotic sniper plans a massive killing spree in a Los Angeles football stadium during a major championship game. The police, led by Captain Peter Holly and the SWAT commander, learn of the plot and rush to the scene.

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Two Minute Warning (1976) - Official Trailer (HD)Official

Type: Trailer • Published 2016-05-31

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

November 12, 1976

Wide Cinema Exhibition

4K UHD / Blu-ray Debut

June 5, 2017

Physical Home Media

Financials & Box Office Performance

ReleasedBudget Recovered (1x ROI)

Production Budget

$6.7M

Filming & production cost

Worldwide Gross

$6.7M

Total global ticket sales

Box Office Return

1x

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Theatrical Status

Budget Return

Box office tier

Budget: $6.7MWorldwide: $6.7M

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Larry Peerce
Screenplay & Story
Edward Hume
Original Score
Charles Fox
Original Title
Two-Minute Warning
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 55m
Production Budget
$6.7M
Worldwide Gross
$6.7M
Production Studios
Universal Pictures, Filmways Pictures

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Larry Peerce

Screenplay & Story

Edward Hume, George La Fountaine Sr.

Original Score & Music

Charles Fox

Director of Photography

Gerald Hirschfeld

Film Editing

Walter Hannemann, Eve Newman

Producers

Edward S. Feldman

Literary Origin & Source Material
Novel:George La Fountaine Sr.

Department Leadership Roster

Larry Peerce

Larry Peerce

Director

Edward Hume

Edward Hume

Screenplay

Edward S. Feldman

Producer

Charles Fox

Charles Fox

Original Music Composer

Gerald Hirschfeld

Gerald Hirschfeld

Director of Photography

Walter Hannemann

Editor

Eve Newman

Editor

Glenn R. Wilder

Glenn R. Wilder

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

Germany (FSK)16

FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.

United Kingdom (BBFC)15

Suitable only for 15 years and over.

United States (MPAA)R

Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Two-Minute Warning

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

What is Two-Minute Warning about?

A psychotic sniper plans a massive killing spree in a Los Angeles football stadium during a major championship game. The police, led by Captain Peter Holly and the SWAT commander, learn of the plot and rush to the scene.

Who directed Two-Minute Warning?

Two-Minute Warning was directed by Larry Peerce.

Who stars in Two-Minute Warning?

The principal cast of Two-Minute Warning includes Charlton Heston, John Cassavetes, Martin Balsam, Beau Bridges, Marilyn Hassett.

When was Two-Minute Warning released and how long is it?

Two-Minute Warning was released in 1976 with a total runtime of 1h 55m.

What was the box office and production budget of Two-Minute Warning?

Two-Minute Warning had a reported production budget of $6.7M and grossed $6.7M at the worldwide box office (1 return on budget, classified as a budget recovered).

Who composed the musical score for Two-Minute Warning?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Two-Minute Warning was composed by Charles Fox.

Is Two-Minute Warning based on a book or true story?

Two-Minute Warning is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "George La Fountaine Sr.".

What is the age rating and content advisory for Two-Minute Warning?

Two-Minute Warning holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).