Conspiracy Theory (1997): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Conspiracy Theory is a 1997 mystery thriller directed by Richard Donner, starring Mel Gibson and Julia Roberts. It runs 2 hours 15 minutes and earned $137 million worldwide. Critics gave it 57% on Rotten Tomatoes and 50 on Metacritic.
- Released
- Runtime
- 2h 15m (135 min)
- Director
- Richard Donner
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Warner Bros. Pictures
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Conspiracy Theory About?
The premise of Conspiracy Theory without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Jerry Fletcher, a paranoid cab driver, finds solace in his elaborate theories. His life takes a dangerous turn when he meets Alice Sutton, a government lawyer, and they develop a romantic connection. Jerry believes a sinister conspiracy is at play, and he must convince Alice that his fears are based in reality, not delusion. As he investigates, he uncovers a plot that puts both of their lives in peril, forcing them to confront a powerful and shadowy organization.
Conspiracy Theory Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- biting someone's nose
- surveillance
- conspiracy theory
- taxi driver
- hospital
- talking while driving
- on the run
- conspiracy
- taxi
- newsletter
- female attorney
- political conspiracy
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- distrust of government
- amnesia
- schizophrenia
- conspiracy theorist
- paranoia
- bandaged nose
- torture
- secret service
- brainwashed assassin
- death of father
- title spoken by character
- escape
- apartment
- reference to the grateful dead
- reference to oliver stone
- binoculars
- treadmill
- laundry chute
- reference to frank serpico
- cockroach
- refrigerator
- paranoid schizophrenic
- rooftop
- reckless driving
- reference to john lennon
- paraplegic
- shootout
- photograph
- shot to death
- shot in the chest
- explosion
- knocked unconscious
- shot in the back
- cell phone
- memory
- capture
- pizza
- singing in a car
Conspiracy Theory Cast
Mel Gibson leads the cast, with Julia Roberts. Directed by Richard Donner.
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Director Richard Donner
More from Richard Donner
More films directed by Richard Donner, best-rated first: Superman II, Superman, Lethal Weapon 2 and Lethal Weapon.
Conspiracy Theory Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Conspiracy Theory 57% on Rotten Tomatoes and 50 on Metacritic.
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Rotten Tomatoes 57% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 64%
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Metacritic 50 Metascore
User score 6.6
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TMDB 66% User score
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Conspiracy Theory Plot Summary
What happens in Conspiracy Theory from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
As New York City taxi driver Jerry Fletcher engages in conversations with Alice Sutton, a determined lawyer working at the U.S. Justice Department, it becomes increasingly clear that his quirky demeanor masks a profound paranoia. Driven by an obsession with conspiracy theories, Jerry is particularly drawn to Alice’s quest to unveil the truth surrounding her father’s enigmatic murder. Little does Alice know that Jerry has been stealthily tracking her every move, setting up a complex dynamic that separates him from the ordinary New Yorkers.
Full summary
The whole story of Conspiracy Theory, scene by scene
Conspiracy Theory Box Office
Conspiracy Theory grossed $137 million worldwide. $76 million came from the US and Canada and $61 million (45%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$137M
- US & Canada
- $76M
- International
- $61M
Conspiracy Theory Trailers & Videos
2 videos: 1 trailer and 1 clip.
- Clip The Grateful Dead Conspiracy
How Well Do You Know Conspiracy Theory?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
Question 1 of 10
- Question 1: not answered
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- Question 10: not answered
What is Jerry Fletcher's occupation?
Cars in Conspiracy Theory
72 cars on screen, including the 1994 Chevrolet Caprice and the 1978 Cadillac Eldorado.
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1978 Cadillac Eldorado Important role -
1995 Chevrolet Suburban Important role -
1996 Ford Crown Victoria Important role
Conspiracy Theory Also Known As
35 alternative titles, including “Theories synomosias” and “Complot Mortel”.
- Also known as
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- Theories synomosias
- Complot Mortel
- Fletchers Visionen
- Теорија завере
- 連鎖陰謀
- Fletcher's Visionen
- Complots
- Ipotesi di complotto
- Összeesküvés-elmélet
- Komplo Teorisi
- Farlige teorier
- Conspiración
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- Teoria da Conspiração
- Теория заговора
- Sammansvärjningen
- Sammensvergelsen
- 连锁阴谋
- Teoria Spisku
- Θεωρίες συνωμοσίας
- Spiknutí
- Teoria conspirației
- תאוריית הקשר
- Теорія змови
- Conspiració
- Теория на конспирацията
- 絕命大反擊
- 컨스피러시
- Sprisahanie
- Sąmokslo teorija
- Salaliittoteoria
- 陰謀のセオリー
- El complot
- تئوری توطئه
- ล่าทฤษฎีมหากาฬ, შეთქმულების თეორია
- Thuyết Âm Mưu
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Conspiracy Theory FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Conspiracy Theory, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Conspiracy Theory?
Conspiracy Theory runs 2 hours 15 minutes (135 minutes).
When was Conspiracy Theory released?
Conspiracy Theory was released on August 8, 1997.
Who directed Conspiracy Theory?
Conspiracy Theory was directed by Richard Donner.
More films by Richard Donner Who is in the cast of Conspiracy Theory?
Conspiracy Theory stars Mel Gibson and Julia Roberts.
How much did Conspiracy Theory make at the box office?
Conspiracy Theory grossed $137 million worldwide ($76 million domestic, $61 million international).
How is Conspiracy Theory rated?
Conspiracy Theory has 57% on Rotten Tomatoes, 50 on Metacritic and 66% on TMDB.
Does Conspiracy Theory have a post-credit scene?
No. Conspiracy Theory has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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