Fatal Instinct (1993): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Fatal Instinct is a 1993 comedy thriller starring Christopher McDonald, Sean Young and Armand Assante. It runs 1 hour 31 minutes and earned $7.8 million worldwide. Critics gave it 33 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.7/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 31m (91 min)
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM)
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Fatal Instinct About?
The premise of Fatal Instinct without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A seasoned detective's investigation into a series of crimes unexpectedly reveals a shocking connection. He discovers the mastermind is the former convict brother of his trusted partner, a man the detective himself previously sent to prison. This revelation throws the investigation into turmoil and forces the detective to confront a complex web of loyalty, betrayal, and past actions.
Fatal Instinct Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- spoof
- blonde
- brunette
- adulterous wife
- adulterous husband
- husband wife relationship
- lust
- grudge
- sexual joke
- death threat
- double entendre
- female stalker
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- murderess
- mechanic
- train
- lawyer
- judge
- director cameo
- attempted murder
- release from prison
- cuckold
- murder plot
- jury
- voice over narration
- skunk
- seduction
- secretary
- femme fatale
- ex convict
- detective
- courtroom
- bathtub
- adultery
- cigarette smoking
- extramarital affair
- shot in the back
- falling into a river
- woman wears panties
- identical twins
- beer helmet
- newspaper headline
- stalker
- crime scene
- man slaps a woman
- woman slaps a man
- murder trial
- drill
- killed with a drill
- man and woman in a bathtub
- park bench
Fatal Instinct Cast
Christopher McDonald leads the cast, with Sean Young and Armand Assante.
Also Starring in Fatal Instinct
· 6 moreFatal Instinct Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Fatal Instinct 33 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.7/10.
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IMDb 5.7 /10
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Metacritic 33 Metascore
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TMDB 54% User score
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Fatal Instinct Plot Summary
What happens in Fatal Instinct from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
While conducting a stakeout in an amusing Los Angeles amusement park, police detective Ned Ravine encounters a flirtatious and alluring blonde woman, Lola Cain. However, he is soon compelled to leave her side to track down the notorious criminal, [Milo Crumley](Blake Clark), infamously known as the “pantyhose bandit.” Following his successful arrest of Milo, Ned—who also practices as a defense attorney—extends an offer to represent the criminal in court.
At his law firm, Ned leans on the unwavering support of his dedicated secretary, Laura, whose efficiency is overshadowed by haunting memories of her previous abusive marriage. After Ned successfully defends Milo, he receives an unexpected visit from the captivating Lola, who wishes to have some unclear documents reviewed the next evening.
Full summary
The whole story of Fatal Instinct, scene by scene
Fatal Instinct Box Office
Fatal Instinct grossed $7.8 million worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$7.8M
- US & Canada
- $7.8M
Fatal Instinct Trailers & Videos
2 videos: 2 trailers.
- Trailer Fatal Instinct (1993) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD 1080p]
How Well Do You Know Fatal Instinct?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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Who is the main character and detective in the film?
Cars in Fatal Instinct
7 cars on screen, including the 1966 Cadillac Coupe DeVille and the 1987 Mercedes-Benz 560 SL R107.
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1984 Dodge Diplomat Minor role -
1985 Ford Mustang Minor role
Fatal Instinct Also Known As
34 alternative titles, including “Prvinski nagon” and “Sirove strasti”.
- Also known as
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- Prvinski nagon
- Sirove strasti
- Basic Instinct – vaiston varassa
- Pamatinstinkts
- 本能
- Elemi ösztön
- Основной инстинкт
- Instinto básico
- Temel İçgüdü
- Instinto Fatal
- Nagi instynkt
- Basic Instinct - iskallt begär
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- Základní instinkt
- Ниске страсти
- Βασικό Ένστικτο
- אינסטינקט בסיסי
- Основний інстинкт
- Instinct primar
- Iskoldt begær
- 원초적 본능
- Instinto Selvagem
- Първичен инстинкт
- Basic Instinct - vaiston varassa
- Bajos Instintos
- Základný inštinkt
- Esminis instinktas
- 第六感追緝令
- 氷の微笑
- Ógnareðli
- غریزه اصلی
- Bản Năng Gốc, ძირითადი ინსტინქტი
- Instint bàsic
- เจ็บธรรมดา ที่ไม่ธรรมดา
- खतरनाक चाहत
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Fatal Instinct FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Fatal Instinct, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Fatal Instinct?
Fatal Instinct runs 1 hour 31 minutes (91 minutes).
When was Fatal Instinct released?
Fatal Instinct was released on October 29, 1993.
Who is in the cast of Fatal Instinct?
Fatal Instinct stars Christopher McDonald, Sean Young and Armand Assante, among 10 credited actors.
How much did Fatal Instinct make at the box office?
Fatal Instinct grossed $7.8 million worldwide.
How is Fatal Instinct rated?
Fatal Instinct has 5.7/10 on IMDb, 33 on Metacritic and 54% on TMDB.
Does Fatal Instinct have a post-credit scene?
No. Fatal Instinct has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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