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A Simple Plan 1998

“Sometimes good people do evil things.”

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What is A Simple Plan?

A Simple Plan is a film first released in 1998. Catalogued under Crime, Drama, Thriller.

Type
Film
Year
1998
Status
Released
Runtime
121 minutes
Release date
Dec 11, 1998
Studios
Paramount Pictures, Mutual Film Company, Savoy Pictures
Genres
Crime, Drama, Thriller
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84 /100 Solid Watch
⚡ Pacing & Momentum8.7/10
🧠 Narrative Depth9/10
🔄 Rewatch Potential7.7/10
🎬 Production Scale8.2/10
🎯 Feature Film #Crime #Drama #Thriller

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A Simple Plan is a film first released in 1998. Catalogued under Crime, Drama, Thriller. Produced and broadcast by Paramount Pictures, Mutual Film Company, Savoy Pictures. Current status: Released.

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Should you watch it?

“Two brothers discover a crashed plane's cash and their greed spirals out of control.”

Reasons to watch
  • Tight, escalating tension as ordinary people confront sudden wealth
  • Atmospheric rural backdrop heightens the sense of isolation
  • Strong performances drive the moral conflict
Keep in mind
  • The bleak, violent tone may be unsettling for some viewers

Watch it if you enjoy tense crime dramas about ordinary people facing moral collapse.

The film contains intense paranoia, violence, and moral darkness, making it appropriate for mature audiences.

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When was A Simple Plan released?

It was released in the United States on December 11, 1998.

What is the film’s runtime?

The movie runs for 2 hours and 1 minute.

What genres describe the film?

It is classified as a crime, drama, and thriller.

What is the central premise of the story?

Two brothers find $4 million after a small plane crashes and grapple with greed, paranoia, and distrust.

Is the film suitable for younger viewers?

Its dark tone and violent content make it best suited for mature audiences.

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