The Fan
"All fans have a favorite player. This one has a favorite target."
Originally released in 1996. The Fan is a thriller/action film. directed by Tony Scott.
Starring Robert De Niro, Wesley Snipes, and Ellen Barkin
Synopsis
When the San Francisco Giants pay center-fielder, Bobby Rayburn $40 million to lead their team to the World Series, no one is happier or more supportive than #1 fan, Gil Renard. When Rayburn becomes mired in the worst slump of his career, the obsessed Renard decides to stop at nothing to help his idol regain his former glory—not even murder.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 15, 1996
29 years ago
Runtime
1h 56m
116 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (831 votes)
Budget
$55M
Production budget
Box Office
$18.6M
0.3x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
+ 1 more
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $55,000,000
- Revenue
- $18,626,419
Production Companies
- TriStar Pictures
- Mandalay Entertainment
- Scott Free Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Fan about?
When the San Francisco Giants pay center-fielder, Bobby Rayburn $40 million to lead their team to the World Series, no one is happier or more supportive than #1 fan, Gil Renard. When Rayburn becom...
Who directed The Fan?
The Fan was directed by Tony Scott.
How long is The Fan?
The Fan has a runtime of 1 hours and 56 minutes (116 minutes total).
When was The Fan released?
The Fan was released on August 15, 1996 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Fan?
The main cast of The Fan includes Robert De Niro, Wesley Snipes, Ellen Barkin, John Leguizamo, Benicio del Toro.
Is The Fan worth watching?
The Fan has a user rating of 6.0/10 based on 831 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.