Why Me? 1990
“Bruno and Gus made the ultimate hit... now they're the targets.”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 87 minutes
- Director
- Gene Quintano
- Networks
- Epic Productions, Carolina Films, Diamant Production
- Where to Stream
- fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo
What is Why Me??
Why Me? is a 1990 American caper comedy film directed by Gene Quintano.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1990
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 87 minutes
- Release date
- Feb 8, 1990
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Epic Productions, Carolina Films, Diamant Production
- Genres
- Comedy, Action
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 5.7/10 from 38 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~87 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Epic Productions, Carolina Films, Diamant Production
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Overview
Why Me? is a 1990 American caper comedy film directed by Gene Quintano. The film features a cast that includes Christopher Lambert, Kim Greist, Christopher Lloyd, and J. T. Walsh. The screenplay was written by Donald E. Westlake and Leonard Maas Jr., the latter being a pseudonym used by David Koepp. The story is based on the fifth book in a series written by Donald E. Westlake featuring the character John Dortmun. The plot follows a jewel thief who steals a sacred ruby, an action that triggers a high-stakes chase involving the police, the Turkish government, the CIA, and a group of American terrorists. The film, which is categorized under the comedy and action genres, has a runtime of one hour and twenty-seven minutes. It was released in the United States on April 20, 1990, and carries an R rating. The central premise involves two characters named Bruno and Gus who find themselves targeted after successfully completing a major heist.
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“A gripping exploration of comedy and action that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is Why Me? worth watching?
Why Me? holds a community rating of 5.7/10 based on 38 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Comedy, Action for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie Why Me? and when was it released?
Why Me? is a feature film with a runtime of 87 minutes. It was released in 1990. Release status: Released.
Who directed Why Me??
Why Me? was directed by Gene Quintano.
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