Short Time(1990)
“Getting killed isn't as easy as it looks.”
Overview
As a result of a misdiagnosis, Detective Burt Simpson is told he has just weeks to live. He gains a new respect for his life and loved ones but learns that in order for his wife, Carolyn, and son, Dougie, to collect any insurance money, he must be killed in the line of duty. He then becomes the most reckless man on the police force, volunteering for dangerous assignments over the objections of his by-the-book partner.
Director
Gregg Champion
Studio
Gladden Entertainment
Cast
Dabney Coleman
as Burt Simpson
Matt Frewer
as Ernie Dills
Teri Garr
as Carolyn Simpson
Barry Corbin
as Captain
Joe Pantoliano
as Scalese
Xander Berkeley
as Stark
Kaj-Erik Eriksen
as Dougie Simpson
Sam Malkin
as Hostage Man
Paul Jarrett
as Jonas Lutz
Rob Roy
as Dan Miller
Kim Kondrashoff
as Michael Lutz
Tony Pantages
as Vito
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1990
Runtime
1h 37m
Language
English
Rating
6.5 / 10
Production Companies
Gladden Entertainment
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Where can I watch Short Time?▼
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What is Short Time about?▼
As a result of a misdiagnosis, Detective Burt Simpson is told he has just weeks to live. He gains a new respect for his life and loved ones but learns that in order for his wife, Carolyn, and son, Dougie, to collect any insurance money, he must be killed in the line of duty. He then becomes the most reckless man on the police force, volunteering for dangerous assignments over the objections of his by-the-book partner.
Who directed Short Time?▼
Short Time was directed by Gregg Champion and released in 1990. It is a action, comedy, crime film.
How long is Short Time?▼
Short Time has a runtime of 1 hours and 37 minutes (97 minutes total).
Who stars in Short Time?▼
The cast of Short Time includes Dabney Coleman as Burt Simpson, Matt Frewer as Ernie Dills, Teri Garr as Carolyn Simpson, Barry Corbin as Captain, Joe Pantoliano as Scalese and more.
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