Twelve Monkeys 1995
“The future is history.”
What is Twelve Monkeys?
"Twelve Monkeys" is a science fiction film released in 1995. The story takes place in a post-apocalyptic world where a deadly virus has devastated the earth's population, forcing survivors to live in underground communities.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1995
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 129 minutes
- Release date
- Dec 29, 1995
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Universal Pictures, Atlas Entertainment, Classico
- Budget
- $29,000,000
- Revenue
- $168,841,459
- Genres
- Science Fiction, Thriller, Mystery
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Overview
"Twelve Monkeys" is a science fiction film released in 1995. The story takes place in a post-apocalyptic world where a deadly virus has devastated the earth's population, forcing survivors to live in underground communities. A convict, James Cole, volunteers to be sent back in time to find the origin of the virus. However, Cole is mistakenly sent to an earlier time period and is subsequently arrested and confined to a mental institution. While in the institution, Cole meets a psychiatrist, Dr. Kathryn Railly, and the son of a renowned expert on the virus. The son may hold the key to understanding the Army of the 12 Monkeys, a group believed to be responsible for unleashing the deadly disease.
Should you watch it?
“A convict travels through time to prevent a global plague that decimated humanity.”
- engaging time travel premise
- intense atmosphere
- complex narrative structure
Watch it if you enjoy thought-provoking science fiction mysteries.
The film is rated R and contains themes involving mental health facilities and a global pandemic.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the premise of the film?
A convict from the year 2035 is sent back in time to investigate the origin of a deadly virus.
When was the film released?
The film was released in the United States on December 29, 1995.
What genre is this movie?
It is categorized as science fiction, thriller, and mystery.
How long is the film?
The runtime of the film is 2 hours and 9 minutes.
Where does the story take place?
The story spans the future year of 2035 and the past, specifically the years 1990 and 1996.