Fatal Attraction 1987
“A look that led to an evening. A mistake he'll regret... FOR THE REST OF HIS LIFE.”
What is Fatal Attraction?
Fatal Attraction is a 1987 motion picture that explores the consequences of a brief extramarital encounter. The narrative centers on a married man who engages in a one-night stand, an act that initiates a series of increasingly dangerous events.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1987
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 119 minutes
- Release date
- Sep 18, 1987
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Paramount Pictures
- Budget
- $14,000,000
- Revenue
- $320,145,693
- Genres
- Thriller, Drama, Romance
- Updated
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Overview
Fatal Attraction is a 1987 motion picture that explores the consequences of a brief extramarital encounter. The narrative centers on a married man who engages in a one-night stand, an act that initiates a series of increasingly dangerous events. Following this brief affair, the man finds himself targeted by his former lover. The woman begins to stalk him, eventually extending her obsessive behavior to threaten his family. As the situation escalates, the man is forced to confront the repercussions of his actions while attempting to protect his household from the persistent and volatile pursuit of his former partner. The film focuses on the psychological and physical tension resulting from this unwanted intrusion into the man's domestic life. By detailing the progression of the stalker's fixation, the story examines the impact of a singular lapse in judgment on the stability and safety of a family unit. The conflict serves as the primary driver of the plot, leading to a confrontation between the man and the woman who refuses to let the relationship end.
Should you watch it?
“A brief affair spirals into a dangerous obsession that threatens a family.”
- Directed by Adrian Lyne, delivering atmospheric tension
- Explores the fallout of a one‑night stand
- Blends thriller, drama, and romance
- Intense stalking content can be unsettling
- Runtime approaches two hours, making pacing deliberate
Watch it if you enjoy tense, character‑driven thrillers about infidelity.
The film’s dark, suspenseful tone and stalking violence make it suitable for mature audiences.
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Frequently asked questions
Who directed Fatal Attraction?
It was directed by Adrian Lyne.
What genre does Fatal Attraction belong to?
It is classified as a thriller, drama, and romance.
How long is the film?
The runtime is approximately 1 hour 59 minutes.
What is the basic premise of the story?
A married man’s one‑night stand returns to haunt him when the lover begins stalking him and his family.
What source material inspired the screenplay?
The screenplay was written by James Dearden, based on his 1980 short film Diversion.