
Breakdown(1997)
“It could happen to you.”
Overview
On their cross-country drive, a married couple, Jeff and Amy Taylor, experience car trouble after their SUV breaks down. Stranded in the New Mexico desert, the two catch a break when a passing truck driver offers Amy a ride to a nearby café to call for help. Meanwhile, Jeff is able to fix the car and make his way to the café, but Amy isn't there. He tracks down the trucker ― who tells the police he's never seen Jeff or his wife before. Jeff then begins a desperate, frenzied search for Amy.
Director
Jonathan Mostow
Studio
The De Laurentiis Company
Budget
$36M
Revenue
$50M
Cast

Kurt Russell
as Jeff Taylor

J.T. Walsh
as Warren 'Red' Barr

Kathleen Quinlan
as Amy Taylor

M.C. Gainey
as Earl

Jack Noseworthy
as Billy

Rex Linn
as Sheriff Boyd

Ritch Brinkley
as Al

Moira Sinise
as Arleen Barr

Kim Robillard
as Deputy Len Carver

Thomas Kopache
as Calhoun

Jack McGee
as Bartender

Vincent Berry
as Deke Barr
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1997
Runtime
1h 33m
Language
English
Rating
6.9 / 10
Budget
$36M
Box Office
$50M
Production Companies
The De Laurentiis Company • Spelling Films • Paramount Pictures
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Breakdown?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Breakdown (1997).
What is Breakdown about?▼
On their cross-country drive, a married couple, Jeff and Amy Taylor, experience car trouble after their SUV breaks down. Stranded in the New Mexico desert, the two catch a break when a passing truck driver offers Amy a ride to a nearby café to call for help. Meanwhile, Jeff is able to fix the car and make his way to the café, but Amy isn't there. He tracks down the trucker ― who tells the police he's never seen Jeff or his wife before. Jeff then begins a desperate, frenzied search for Amy.
Who directed Breakdown?▼
Breakdown was directed by Jonathan Mostow and released in 1997. It is a crime, mystery, thriller, drama, action film.
How long is Breakdown?▼
Breakdown has a runtime of 1 hours and 33 minutes (93 minutes total).
Who stars in Breakdown?▼
The cast of Breakdown includes Kurt Russell as Jeff Taylor, J.T. Walsh as Warren 'Red' Barr, Kathleen Quinlan as Amy Taylor, M.C. Gainey as Earl, Jack Noseworthy as Billy and more.
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