Cruel Intentions(1999)
“In the game of seduction, there is only one rule: Never fall in love.”
Overview
Slaking a thirst for dangerous games, Kathryn challenges her stepbrother, Sebastian, to deflower their headmaster's daughter before the summer ends. If he succeeds, the prize is the chance to bed Kathryn. But if he loses, Kathryn will claim his most prized possession.
Director
Roger Kumble
Studio
Newmarket Capital Group
Budget
$11M
Revenue
$76M
Cast
Sarah Michelle Gellar
as Kathryn Merteuil
Ryan Phillippe
as Sébastian Valmont
Reese Witherspoon
as Annette Hargrove
Selma Blair
as Cecile Caldwell
Louise Fletcher
as Helen Rosemond
Joshua Jackson
as Blaine Tuttle
Eric Mabius
as Greg McConnell
Sean Patrick Thomas
as Ronald Clifford
Swoosie Kurtz
as Dr. Greenbaum
Christine Baranski
as Bunny Caldwell
Alaina Reed Hall
as Nurse
Deborah Offner
as Mrs. Michalak
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1999
Runtime
1h 37m
Language
English
Rating
6.8 / 10
Budget
$11M
Box Office
$76M
Production Companies
Newmarket Capital Group • Original Film • Neal H. Moritz Productions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Cruel Intentions?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Cruel Intentions (1999).
What is Cruel Intentions about?▼
Slaking a thirst for dangerous games, Kathryn challenges her stepbrother, Sebastian, to deflower their headmaster's daughter before the summer ends. If he succeeds, the prize is the chance to bed Kathryn. But if he loses, Kathryn will claim his most prized possession.
Who directed Cruel Intentions?▼
Cruel Intentions was directed by Roger Kumble and released in 1999. It is a drama, romance film.
How long is Cruel Intentions?▼
Cruel Intentions has a runtime of 1 hours and 37 minutes (97 minutes total).
Who stars in Cruel Intentions?▼
The cast of Cruel Intentions includes Sarah Michelle Gellar as Kathryn Merteuil, Ryan Phillippe as Sébastian Valmont, Reese Witherspoon as Annette Hargrove, Selma Blair as Cecile Caldwell, Louise Fletcher as Helen Rosemond and more.
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