


Short Time at a glance
Short Time is a 1990 action and comedy film, running 1h 37m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: PG-13 in the United Kingdom.
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Rated PG-13 in the United Kingdom — suitable for older children and teenagers; parental guidance recommended.
All key facts8
- Type
- Feature film
- Released
- 1990-05-04
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Genres
- Action, Comedy, Crime
- Director
- Gregg Champion
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- TMDB rating
- 6.5 / 10 · 63 votes
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Synopsis
Feature filmAs a result of a misdiagnosis, Detective Burt Simpson is told he has just weeks to live. He gains a new respect for his life and loved ones but learns that in order for his wife, Carolyn, and son, Dougie, to collect any insurance money, he must be killed in the line of duty. He then becomes the most reckless man on the police force, volunteering for dangerous assignments over the objections of his by-the-book partner.
Cast
14 names
Dabney ColemanBurt Simpson
Matt FrewerErnie Dills
Teri GarrCarolyn Simpson
Barry CorbinCaptain
Joe PantolianoScalese
Xander BerkeleyStark
Kaj-Erik EriksenDougie Simpson
Sam MalkinHostage Man
Paul JarrettJonas Lutz
Kim KondrashoffMichael Lutz
Dee Jay JacksonSpivakQuestions about Short Time
Quick answersWhere can I watch Short Time in the United Kingdom?
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Is Short Time suitable for children?
Short Time is rated PG-13 in the United Kingdom. That rating covers the themes and content levels set by the local classifier, so use it together with your own judgement for younger viewers.
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What is Short Time about?
As a result of a misdiagnosis, Detective Burt Simpson is told he has just weeks to live. He gains a new respect for his life and loved ones but learns that in order for his wife, Carolyn, and son, Dougie, to collect any insurance money, he must be killed in the line of duty. He then becomes the most reckless man on…
How long is Short Time?
Short Time runs for 1h 37m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.
Can I watch the Short Time trailer?
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