What is Desperate Hours?
Desperate Hours is a film first released in 1990. Catalogued under Thriller, Crime.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1990
- Release date
- Oct 5, 1990
- Genres
- Thriller, Crime
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Desperate Hours is a film first released in 1990. Catalogued under Thriller, Crime.
Should you watch it?
“A fugitive intrudes on a couple’s home, turning their lives into a deadly power struggle.”
- Tense cat‑and‑mouse dynamics
- Atmospheric thriller
- Compact 105‑minute runtime
- Predictable premise
- Limited character development
Watch it if you enjoy tight, suspenseful thrillers about ordinary people confronting a dangerous intruder.
The film contains intense suspense and violent themes, making it suitable for mature audiences.
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What genre does Desperate Hours belong to?
It is classified as a thriller and crime film.
When was Desperate Hours released in the United States?
It was released on October 5, 1990.
How long is the movie?
The runtime is about 1 hour and 45 minutes.
What is the basic premise of the film?
An escaped convict moves into a married couple’s house and takes over their lives.
Is there a tagline associated with the film?
Yes, the tagline is “Desire is the deadliest weapon of all.”