Butter 1998
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What is Butter?
Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "Butter" (1998). Constraint 1: Use ONLY verifiable facts from the provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1998
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 101 minutes
- Release date
- Oct 13, 1998
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- World International Network, CineTel Pictures
- Genres
- Action, Thriller
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 4.5/10 from 11 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~101 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- World International Network, CineTel Pictures
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Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "Butter" (1998).
Constraint 1: Use ONLY verifiable facts from the provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
Constraint 2: No invented/guessed titles, names, dates, episode counts, awards, ratings, box-office, viewership, or plot points.
Constraint 3: Write original, neutral, encyclopedic prose in plain text.
Constraint 4: No markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points.
Constraint 5: First sentence must not contain spoilers.
Constraint 6: Word count must be between 150 and 190 words.
Title: Butter (known as Never 2 Big in the United States).
Year: 1998.
Genre: Action-thriller.
Cast: Ernie Hudson, Nia Long, Tony Todd, Donnie Wahlberg.
Platform: Originally premiered on HBO as an HBO Original Film.
Release Date: 10/13/1998 (US).
Runtime: 1h 41m.
Rating: R.
Plot: Corrupt record company executives kill a singing sensation with a drug overdose rather than letting her leave their label and join another company. They then frame her cousin/manager for the murder forcing him to go on the run and to try to get the goods on the real killers.
Draft 1 (Mental Outline): Butter is a 1998 action-thriller film. It
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“A gripping exploration of action and thriller that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Where can I stream or watch Butter online?
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Is Butter worth watching?
Butter holds a community rating of 4.5/10 based on 11 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Action, Thriller for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie Butter and when was it released?
Butter is a feature film with a runtime of 101 minutes. It was released in 1998. Release status: Released.
Who directed Butter?
Butter was directed by Peter Gathings Bunche.
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