Switchback
"The hunter becomes the hunted."
Originally released in 1997. Switchback is a thriller/mystery film. directed by Jeb Stuart.
Starring Dennis Quaid, Danny Glover, and R. Lee Ermey
Synopsis
After FBI agent Frank Lacrosse believes his son was kidnapped by a notorious serial killer, he travels to Amarillo, Texas, where he believes the murderer is in hiding. Although officially taken off the case because of its personal significance to him, Frank continues to pursue the killer, causing concern for local sheriff Buck Olmstead. When another victim pops up at a nearby car garage, Frank knows that he is as close as he'll ever be to tracking down the elusive killer.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 31, 1997
28 years ago
Runtime
1h 58m
118 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (246 votes)
Budget
$37M
Production budget
Box Office
$6.5M
0.2x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Dennis Quaid
as FBI Special Agent Frank LaCrosse
Danny Glover
as Bob Goodall
R. Lee Ermey
as Sheriff Buck Olmstead
Jared Leto
as Lane Dixon
Ted Levine
as Deputy Nate Booker
William Fichtner
as Chief Jack McGinnis
Walton Goggins
as Bud (Deputy)
Kevin Cooney
as FBI SAC Grant Montgomery
Leo Burmester
as Clyde 'Shorty' Callahan
Merle Kennedy
as Betty (Store Clerk)
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $37,000,000
- Revenue
- $6,482,195
Production Companies
- Rysher Entertainment
- Pacific Western
- Paramount Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Switchback about?
After FBI agent Frank Lacrosse believes his son was kidnapped by a notorious serial killer, he travels to Amarillo, Texas, where he believes the murderer is in hiding. Although officially taken off...
Who directed Switchback?
Switchback was directed by Jeb Stuart.
How long is Switchback?
Switchback has a runtime of 1 hours and 58 minutes (118 minutes total).
When was Switchback released?
Switchback was released on October 31, 1997 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Switchback?
The main cast of Switchback includes Dennis Quaid, Danny Glover, R. Lee Ermey, Jared Leto, Ted Levine.
Is Switchback worth watching?
Switchback has a user rating of 6.0/10 based on 246 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.