Insomnia 2002
“A tough cop. A brilliant killer. An unspeakable crime.”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 118 minutes
- Director
- Christopher Nolan
- Networks
- Alcon Entertainment, Witt/Thomas Productions, Section Eight
- Where to Stream
- BBC iPlayer, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store
What is Insomnia?
The film "Insomnia" is a thriller that takes place in a northern town where the sun does not set. Two Los Angeles homicide detectives are dispatched to this town to investigate a local crime.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2002
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 118 minutes
- Release date
- May 24, 2002
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Alcon Entertainment, Witt/Thomas Productions, Section Eight
- Budget
- $46,000,000
- Revenue
- $113,714,830
- Genres
- Thriller, Crime, Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 7.0/10 from 5,387 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~118 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Alcon Entertainment, Witt/Thomas Productions, Section Eight
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Overview
The film "Insomnia" is a thriller that takes place in a northern town where the sun does not set. Two Los Angeles homicide detectives are dispatched to this town to investigate a local crime. The crime involves the methodical murder of a local teen. The detectives are tasked with solving this case in a location where the unusual sunlight conditions may impact their investigation.
Should you watch it?
“Two detectives hunt a methodical teen murder under endless daylight”
- Atmospheric setting where the sun never sets
- Focused, methodical investigation
- Strong lead performances
- Runtime approaches two hours, which may feel lengthy
- Relies heavily on mood over action
Watch it if you appreciate moody crime thrillers with relentless daylight.
The film features mature crime themes and a tense tone, making it suitable for adult viewers.
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Frequently asked questions
When was Insomnia released?
Insomnia was released in the United States on May 24, 2002.
What is the runtime of the film?
The film runs for approximately 1 hour and 58 minutes.
What genre does Insomnia belong to?
It is classified as a thriller, crime, and drama.
Where does the story take place?
The investigation moves from Los Angeles to a northern town where the sun never sets.
What is the central premise of the plot?
Two Los Angeles homicide detectives are sent to investigate the methodical murder of a local teenager.
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