A History of Violence (2005)
English crime thriller film directed by David Cronenberg
Film facts
- Runtime
- 1h 36m 96 min
- Released
- 16 May 2005
- Language
- English
Runtime from public film data. Ratings are added as boards issue them.
A History of Violence has a runtime of 1 hour 36 minutes (96 min). The English film released on 16 May 2005. It is directed by David Cronenberg and stars Viggo Mortensen, Maria Bello and Ed Harris.
Cast and crew
- Director
- David Cronenberg
- Cast
- Viggo Mortensen, Maria Bello, Ed Harris, William Hurt, Ashton Holmes, Stephen McHattie, Greg Bryk, Kyle Schmid, Ian Matthews, Aidan Devine, Peter MacNeill, R. D. Reid
- Cinematography
- Peter Suschitzky
- Editing
- Ronald Sanders
- Music
- Howard Shore
- Written by
- Josh Olson
- Produced by
- David Cronenberg, Chris Bender, Toby Emmerich, Kent Alterman
- Production
- New Line Cinema
- Distribution
- InterCom, Netflix
Box office, awards and more
- Budget
- $32 million
- Box office
- $60.74 million
- Award
- National Board of Review: Top Ten Films
- Based on
- A History of Violence
- Set in
- Pennsylvania
- Filmed in
- Toronto
- Country
- Germany, United States
Release and where to watch
- In theatres
- 16 May 2005
- On OTT
- Netflix date not announced
Questions people ask
What is the runtime of A History of Violence?
A History of Violence has a runtime of 1 hour 36 minutes, or 96 min.
When did A History of Violence release?
A History of Violence released on 16 May 2005.
Who directed A History of Violence?
A History of Violence is directed by David Cronenberg.
Who is in the cast of A History of Violence?
The cast of A History of Violence includes Viggo Mortensen, Maria Bello, Ed Harris, William Hurt, Ashton Holmes and Stephen McHattie.
Where can I watch A History of Violence online?
A History of Violence streams on Netflix.
How much did A History of Violence earn at the box office?
A History of Violence grossed $60.74 million on a budget of $32 million.
Is A History of Violence based on a true story or a book?
A History of Violence is based on A History of Violence.
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