Speed 1994
“Get ready for rush hour.”
What is Speed?
The film Speed is an American action thriller released in 1994. It was directed by Jan de Bont in his feature directorial debut and written by Graham Yost.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1994
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 116 minutes
- Release date
- Jun 9, 1994
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- 20th Century Fox, The Mark Gordon Company
- Budget
- $30,000,000
- Revenue
- $350,448,145
- Genres
- Action, Thriller
- Updated
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Overview
The film Speed is an American action thriller released in 1994. It was directed by Jan de Bont in his feature directorial debut and written by Graham Yost. The movie stars Keanu Reeves, Dennis Hopper, and Sandra Bullock, alongside Joe Morton and Jeff Daniels in supporting roles. The plot takes place in Los Angeles, California, and centers on a city bus. Tensions run high when a crazed bomber rigs the bus with a device that will kill everyone on board if the vehicle's speed dips below fifty miles per hour. The film features a mix of action and thriller elements, and its runtime is one hour and fifty-six minutes. Speed was released in the US on June 9, 1994, and has a rating of R. The movie has been made available to stream, and a trailer is available to watch.
Should you watch it?
“A high-stakes game of survival unfolds on a bus rigged to explode if it slows down.”
- relentless pacing
- high-tension premise
- intense action sequences
Watch it if you enjoy high-concept action thrillers that maintain constant pressure.
The film contains intense sequences of action and peril related to a bomb threat.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the central premise?
A bomber rigs a city bus to explode if its speed drops below fifty miles per hour.
Where does the story take place?
The events occur in Los Angeles.
Does the bus have to maintain a specific speed?
Yes, the vehicle must stay at or above fifty miles per hour to avoid detonation.
What is the main threat?
The passengers are held hostage by a device planted by a bomber.
Is this an action film?
Yes, the film focuses on the tension and action resulting from the bomber's demands.