Basic Instinct

A BRUTAL MURDER. A BRILLIANT KILLER. A COP WHO CAN'T RESIST THE DANGER.

Catherine, a novelist with an insatiable sexual appetite, becomes a prime suspect when her boyfriend is brutally murdered -- a crime she had described in her latest story.

Director: Paul Verhoeven
Cast: Michael Douglas , Sharon Stone , George Dzundza , Jeanne Tripplehorn , Denis Arndt , Leilani Sarelle , Bruce A. Young , Chelcie Ross , Dorothy Malone , Wayne Knight

Genres: Thriller , Mystery

Release date: 1992-03-20

Rating: 6.935

Runtime: 128minutes

Budget: 49M

Revenue: 352M

Production Companies: Carolco Pictures , Le Studio Canal+

Reviews:

  • Ephraim Wells
    An absolute masterpiece! The plot twists kept me on the edge of my seat, and the performances were top-notch.
    Rating: 5

  • Mackenzie Madden
    Great concept, poorly executed. There were too many plot holes, and the ending felt rushed.
    Rating: 2.5

  • Estella Ayers
    Absolutely hilarious! The humor was spot on, and the comedic timing was perfect.
    Rating: 4.5

  • Briggs Perez
    A fun, light-hearted movie that's perfect for a weekend watch. Not too deep, but enjoyable.
    Rating: 3.5

  • Remy Wells
    Way too long and dragged out. It had potential, but it lost me halfway through.
    Rating: 2