Animal Factory movie poster

Animal Factory

"On the inside the rules are brutal and the stakes are high."

October 13, 2000 1h 34m 6.3/10 (251 votes)

Originally released in 2000. Animal Factory is a crime/drama film. directed by Steve Buscemi.

Starring Willem Dafoe, Edward Furlong, and Danny Trejo

Synopsis

Suburbanite Ron is spoiled, young and not overly worried about the marijuana charges leveled against him. But, after being made out to be a drug dealer, he faces a five-year jail sentence in San Quentin State Prison. Physically frail and unaccustomed to his rough surroundings, Ron is primed to fall victim to sexual predators and bullying guards – that is, until he's befriended by Earl, a veteran inmate who finds meaning in protecting the vulnerable new kid.

Quick Facts

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Release Date October 13, 2000 25 years ago
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Runtime 1h 34m 94 minutes total
User Rating 6.3/10 Good (251 votes)
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Budget $3.6M Production budget
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Box Office $43.8K 0.0x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$3,600,000
Revenue
$43,805

Production Companies

  • Franchise Pictures
  • Industry Entertainment Partners
  • Phoenician Entertainment
  • Artists Production Group
  • Phoenician Films

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Animal Factory about?

Suburbanite Ron is spoiled, young and not overly worried about the marijuana charges leveled against him. But, after being made out to be a drug dealer, he faces a five-year jail sentence in San Qu...

Who directed Animal Factory?

Animal Factory was directed by Steve Buscemi.

How long is Animal Factory?

Animal Factory has a runtime of 1 hours and 34 minutes (94 minutes total).

When was Animal Factory released?

Animal Factory was released on October 13, 2000 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Animal Factory?

The main cast of Animal Factory includes Willem Dafoe, Edward Furlong, Danny Trejo, Mark Boone Junior, Seymour Cassel.

Is Animal Factory worth watching?

Animal Factory has a user rating of 6.3/10 based on 251 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.