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Trespass (1992): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot

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Trespass is a 1992 action thriller directed by Walter Hill, starring Bill Paxton, William Sadler and Ice Cube. It runs 1 hour 41 minutes and earned $13.2 million worldwide. Critics gave it 54 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.3/10.

IMDb rating
6.3/10
worldwide gross
$13.2M
Metascore
54
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Trespass (1992) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 41m (101 min)
Director
Walter Hill
Genres
Action , Thriller
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Trespass About?

The premise of Trespass without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

Two firefighters, Vince and Don, discover a murder scene while searching for buried treasure in a dangerous urban environment. They find themselves pursued by a ruthless gang leader, King James, and his dangerous lieutenant, Savon. To survive and escape with their find, they attempt to use King James' captive half-brother, Lucky, as a bargaining chip in this perilous situation.

Trespass Themes & Keywords

· 50 tags
  • male tied up
  • time bomb
  • treasure
  • brutality
  • car on fire
  • gang member
  • one location film
  • brother brother relationship
  • derelict
  • stand off
  • nihilism
  • marked man
+38 more
  • criminal
  • racial hatred
  • gangland murder
  • greed
  • crime lord
  • hatred
  • black american
  • negotiation
  • east saint louis illinois
  • prologue
  • racism
  • senseless carnage
  • racial tension
  • gang
  • st. louis missouri
  • arkansas
  • abandoned factory
  • gold
  • tied to a chair
  • gagged
  • stuffing a cloth into someone's mouth
  • paranoia
  • shot through a window
  • deception
  • drug overdose
  • shot through a door
  • leg brace
  • exploding body
  • exploding building
  • fear
  • one day timespan
  • die hard scenario
  • rifle
  • henchman
  • explosion
  • falling through a window
  • rooftop
  • revenge
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Cast & crew

Trespass Cast

Bill Paxton leads the cast, with William Sadler and Ice Cube. Directed by Walter Hill; 10 actors are credited in all.

From the director

More from Walter Hill

More films directed by Walter Hill, best-rated first: The Long Riders, 48 Hrs., Hard Times and Crossroads.

Full filmography
Ratings

Trespass Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Trespass 54 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.3/10.

Plot

Trespass Plot Summary

What happens in Trespass from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 11 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

Two Fort Smith, Arkansas firefighters, Vince and Don, find themselves drawn into a dangerous and escalating quest after meeting a hysterical old man trapped in a blazing building. Before dying in the fire, the man hands them an envelope and claims he stole from Jesus Christ. He forces the duo to take the envelope, prays for forgiveness, and then self-immolates, leaving Vince and Don to confront the mystery on their own.

Full summary

The whole story of Trespass, scene by scene

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Box office

Trespass Box Office

Trespass grossed $13.2 million worldwide.

1992 box office

Worldwide gross

$13.2M

US & Canada
$13.2M
Videos

Trespass Trailers & Videos

2 videos: 2 trailers.

Trespass Official Trailer #1 - Bill Paxton Movie (1992) HD
  • Trailer Trespass (1992) - Official Trailer
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Trespass?

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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What are the professions of Vince and Don?

Cars

Cars in Trespass

11 cars on screen, including the 1992 Ford Bronco and the 1988 Jaguar XJ6 XJ40.

All 11 cars
  • 1992 Ford Bronco in Trespass 1992 Ford Bronco Important role
  • 1988 Jaguar XJ6 XJ40 in Trespass 1988 Jaguar XJ6 XJ40 Important role
  • 1973 Cadillac Sedan DeVille in Trespass 1973 Cadillac Sedan DeVille Minor role
  • 1986 Ford LTD Crown Victoria in Trespass 1986 Ford LTD Crown Victoria Minor role
Details

Trespass Also Known As

21 alternative titles, including “The Looters” and “Die Rap-Gang”.

Also known as
  • The Looters
  • Die Rap-Gang
  • El Tiempo de los intrusos
  • Lotri
  • Os Saqueadores
  • Мръсна игра
  • Чужая территория
  • Запретная зона
  • トレスパス
  • Нарушение территории
  • Проклятое золото
  • I trasgressori
+9 more
  • Les Pilleurs
  • Lotři
  • Чужда собственост
  • Зазіхання
  • Yasak Geçit
  • Wstęp Wzbroniony
  • 擅入
  • 트레스패스
  • Predadores

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FAQ

Trespass FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Trespass, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Trespass?

Trespass runs 1 hour 41 minutes (101 minutes).

When was Trespass released?

Trespass was released on December 25, 1992.

Who directed Trespass?

Trespass was directed by Walter Hill.

More films by Walter Hill

Who is in the cast of Trespass?

Trespass stars Bill Paxton, William Sadler and Ice Cube, among 10 credited actors.

How much did Trespass make at the box office?

Trespass grossed $13.2 million worldwide.

How is Trespass rated?

Trespass has 6.3/10 on IMDb, 54 on Metacritic and 63% on TMDB.

Does Trespass have a post-credit scene?

No. Trespass has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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