Film · 2005

A History of Violence

Name: A History of Violence
Genre: Crime, Drama, Thriller
Released: 2005-09-23
Duration: 97 min
Rating: 7.5
Cast: Viggo Mortensen, Maria Bello, Ed Harris, William Hurt, Ashton Holmes

Directed by David Cronenberg · starring Viggo Mortensen, Maria Bello and Ed Harris

1 h 37 min
18
Crime · Drama · Thriller
USA
Released in the UK 29 September 2005

7.5 Users17 votes

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Synopsis

An average family is thrust into the spotlight after the father commits a seemingly self-defense murder at his diner.

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Runtime: 97 min1 hour and 37 minutes
Budget: $32mNew Line Cinema
Rating: 18Suitable only for adults

How long is A History of Violence?: 1 hour and 37 minutes (97 minutes).
When was A History of Violence released in the UK?: It was released in the UK on 29 September 2005.
Who directed A History of Violence?: David Cronenberg.
Who is in A History of Violence?: It stars Viggo Mortensen, Maria Bello, Ed Harris and William Hurt.
Where can I watch A History of Violence?: In the UK it is available to rent on Apple TV and to buy on Prime Video.