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Oxygen 1999

“A killer. A cop. Someone's... buried alive.”

Status
Released
Runtime
92 minutes
Director
Richard Shepard
Networks
Paddy Wagon Productions, Abandon Pictures, Curb Entertainment
Where to Stream
Amazon Prime Video, Brew, Amazon Prime Video with Ads
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★ TMDB users: 6.1/10 from 98 votes R CrimeDramaMysteryThrillerAction Released
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What is Oxygen?

Topic: Film "Oxygen" (1999). Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.

Type
Film
Year
1999
Status
Released
Runtime
92 minutes
Release date
Nov 12, 1999
Original language
EN
Origin
United States of America
Studios
Paddy Wagon Productions, Abandon Pictures, Curb Entertainment
Revenue
$3,088
Genres
Crime, Drama, Mystery, Thriller
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Rating
★ TMDB users: 6.1/10 from 98 votes
Episode runtime
~92 minutes
Status
Released
Networks
Paddy Wagon Productions, Abandon Pictures, Curb Entertainment
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Topic: Film "Oxygen" (1999).
Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
Style: Original, neutral, encyclopedic prose, plain text only (no markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points).
Constraints:
Write ONLY verifiable facts from the provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
Do not invent/guess titles, names, dates, counts, awards, ratings, etc.
If a detail is not in the material, omit it.
Word count: 150-190 words.
First sentence must not contain spoilers.
Provided Materials:
Synopsis: Frances Hannon (housewife) abducted/buried alive. Detective Madeline Foster investigates. 24 hours of oxygen left. Killer calls himself Harry Houdini. Madeline captures him, brings him to the station, but he won't confess. Harry manipulates unstable, alcoholic Madeline.
Source 1: Title "Oxygen (1999)". Rating "R". US Release "11/12/1999". Genres: Crime, Drama, Mystery, Thriller, Action. Runtime "1h 32m".
Source 2: Wikipedia entry about the chemical element oxygen (irrelevant to the film, but I must ignore it for the film overview).
Title: Oxygen
Release Year: 1999
Release Date: 11/12/1999 (US)
Rating: R
Genres: Crime, Drama, Mystery, Thriller, Action
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Should you watch it?

“A detective races against time to locate a buried woman held hostage by a taunting killer.”

Reasons to watch
  • A high-stakes premise featuring a strict twenty-four hour deadline.
  • A tense psychological power struggle between a detective and a captor.
  • A focus on the mental unraveling of the lead investigator.
Keep in mind
  • The film features an unstable protagonist which may not appeal to all viewers.

Watch it if you enjoy fast-paced crime thrillers centered on intense interrogation and psychological cat-and-mouse games.

The film maintains a tense and urgent tone throughout its ninety-two minute runtime, suitable for audiences who prefer gritty crime dramas.

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Is the film worth watching?

The film offers a tense premise involving a race against time and a psychological battle between a detective and a suspect.

Where can I stream the film?

Streaming availability for Oxygen varies by region and platform; check your local digital service providers for current listings.

How long is the film?

The film has a runtime of one hour and thirty-two minutes.

Does the film have multiple episodes?

No, this is a standalone feature film rather than a television series.

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