Face/Off movie poster

Face/Off

"In order to trap him, he must become him."

June 27, 1997 2h 19m 7.1/10 (5,715 votes)

Originally released in 1997. Face/Off is a action/crime film. directed by John Woo. With a runtime of 2h 19m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring John Travolta, Nicolas Cage, and Joan Allen

Synopsis

In order to foil a terrorist plot, an FBI agent undergoes facial transplant surgery and assumes the identity of a criminal mastermind. The plan turns sour when the criminal wakes up prematurely and seeks revenge.

Quick Facts

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Release Date June 27, 1997 28 years ago
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Runtime 2h 19m 139 minutes total
User Rating 7.1/10 Great (5,715 votes)
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Budget $80M Production budget
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Box Office $245.7M 3.1x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$80,000,000
Revenue
$245,700,000

Production Companies

  • WCG Entertainment Productions
  • Douglas/Reuther Productions
  • David Permut Productions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Face/Off about?

In order to foil a terrorist plot, an FBI agent undergoes facial transplant surgery and assumes the identity of a criminal mastermind. The plan turns sour when the criminal wakes up prematurely and...

Who directed Face/Off?

Face/Off was directed by John Woo.

How long is Face/Off?

Face/Off has a runtime of 2 hours and 19 minutes (139 minutes total).

When was Face/Off released?

Face/Off was released on June 27, 1997 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Face/Off?

The main cast of Face/Off includes John Travolta, Nicolas Cage, Joan Allen, Alessandro Nivola, Gina Gershon.

Is Face/Off worth watching?

Face/Off has a user rating of 7.1/10 based on 5,715 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.