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4.7 / 10(22 votes)IMDbR19991h 26mUnited States of America

Velocity Trap

“Crime at the Speed of Light”

Synopsis

In a desolate and treachorous region of space known as the Velocity Run, a heavily armored ship passes every six months. It carries billions of Universal Dollars between the colonies and the Central Bank on Earth. Hard currency has returned due to rampant electronic crime. Now a team of highly trained mercenaries are about to commit the perfect crime in a place where evidence and witnesses have no chance of survival. In this deadly corridor of space, a single man must stop them.

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Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes

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

Velocity Trap Movie Trailer Official (1999)

Type: Trailer • Published 2011-09-30

Release History & Theatrical Window

World Premiere

VHS release

Festival / Special Debut

4K UHD / Blu-ray Debut

March 14, 2000

Physical Home Media

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Phillip J. Roth
Screenplay & Story
Patrick Phillips, Phillip J. Roth
Original Score
Jim Goodwin, Mike Slamer, Richard McHugh
Original Title
Velocity Trap
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 26m
Production Studios
Unified Film Organization

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Phillip J. Roth

Screenplay & Story

Patrick Phillips, Phillip J. Roth

Original Score & Music

Jim Goodwin, Mike Slamer, Richard McHugh

Director of Photography

Philip D. Schwartz

Film Editing

Christian McIntire

Producers

Christian McIntire, James Hollensteiner, Elizabeth Weintraub, Ken Olandt, Thomas J. Niedermeyer Jr.

Department Leadership Roster

Patrick Phillips

Writer

Phillip J. Roth

Writer

Phillip J. Roth

Director

Christian McIntire

Producer

Elizabeth Weintraub

Producer

Ken Olandt

Ken Olandt

Producer

Marie Blom

Costume Design

Phillip J. Roth

Producer

David Huang

Production Design

Jim Goodwin

Original Music Composer

Mike Slamer

Original Music Composer

Christian McIntire

Editor

Richard McHugh

Original Music Composer

Philip D. Schwartz

Director of Photography

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 States (MPAA)R

Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Velocity Trap

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

What is Velocity Trap about?

In a desolate and treachorous region of space known as the Velocity Run, a heavily armored ship passes every six months. It carries billions of Universal Dollars between the colonies and the Central Bank on Earth. Hard currency has returned due to rampant electronic crime. Now a team of highly trained mercenaries are about to commit the perfect crime in a place where evidence and witnesses have no chance of survival. In this deadly corridor of space, a single man must stop them.

Who directed Velocity Trap?

Velocity Trap was directed by Phillip J. Roth.

Who stars in Velocity Trap?

The principal cast of Velocity Trap includes Olivier Gruner, Alicia Coppola, Ken Olandt, Jorja Fox, Bruce Weitz.

When was Velocity Trap released and how long is it?

Velocity Trap was released in 1999 with a total runtime of 1h 26m.

Who composed the musical score for Velocity Trap?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Velocity Trap was composed by Jim Goodwin, Mike Slamer, Richard McHugh.

What is the age rating and content advisory for Velocity Trap?

Velocity Trap holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).