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Drama thriller

Fatal Defense (2017): Cast

Fatal Defense (2017) movie poster

Fatal Defense is a 2017 drama thriller directed by John Murlowski, starring Sherilyn Fenn as Inspector Banks, Ashley Scott and Laurie Fortier. It runs 1 hour 26 minutes.

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Fatal Defense (2017) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 26m (86 min)
Director
John Murlowski
Genres
Thriller , Drama
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Fatal Defense About?

The premise of Fatal Defense without spoilers.

A mother seeking self-defense skills enrolls in classes led by an attractive instructor. His initial charm quickly turns sinister as he develops an obsession with her, subjecting her to increasingly dangerous and elaborate scenarios disguised as training exercises. She must now use everything she’s learned to survive his escalating threats and uncover the truth behind his disturbing behavior.

Fatal Defense Themes & Keywords

· 12 tags
  • psychotic man
  • psychotic
  • athlete male
  • athlete
  • mother daughter relationship
  • obsession
  • infatuation
  • self defense course
  • female lead
  • bound and gagged
  • tied up while barefoot
  • tied feet
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Cast & crew

Fatal Defense Cast & Characters

Sherilyn Fenn leads the cast as Inspector Banks, with Ashley Scott as Arden Walsh and Laurie Fortier as Gwen Walsh. Directed by John Murlowski; 11 actors are credited in all.

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From the director

More from John Murlowski

More films directed by John Murlowski, best-rated first: Assimilate, The Man in the Guest House, Love at First Like and Hiding from My Husband.

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Videos

Fatal Defense Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Fatal Defense.

Fatal Defense: Official Trailer | Premieres Saturday April 1 8/9c | Lifetime
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Fatal Defense Also Known As

4 alternative titles, including “En defensa propia” and “Protéger Ma Fille à Tout Prix”.

Also known as
  • En defensa propia
  • Protéger Ma Fille à Tout Prix
  • Bezesné noci
  • Apărarea fatală

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Fatal Defense FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Fatal Defense, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Fatal Defense?

Fatal Defense runs 1 hour 26 minutes (86 minutes).

When was Fatal Defense released?

Fatal Defense was released on April 1, 2017.

Who directed Fatal Defense?

Fatal Defense was directed by John Murlowski.

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Who is in the cast of Fatal Defense?

Fatal Defense stars Sherilyn Fenn as Inspector Banks, Ashley Scott as Arden Walsh and Laurie Fortier as Gwen Walsh, among 11 credited actors.

Does Fatal Defense have a post-credit scene?

No. Fatal Defense has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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