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A Simple Plan (1998)

English crime film directed by Sam Raimi

Film facts

Runtime
2h 1m 121 min
Released
1998
Language
English

Runtime from public film data. Ratings are added as boards issue them.

A Simple Plan has a runtime of 2 hours 1 minute (121 min). The English film released in 1998. It is directed by Sam Raimi and stars Bill Paxton, Billy Bob Thornton and Bridget Fonda.

Cast and crew

Director
Sam Raimi
Cinematography
Alar Kivilo
Written by
Scott Smith
Produced by
James Jacks, Adam Schroeder, Mark Gordon
Production
Savoy Pictures, Mutual Film Corporation, Renaissance Pictures
Distribution
Paramount Pictures, Netflix

Box office, awards and more

Award
National Board of Review: Top Ten Films
Based on
A Simple Plan
Set in
Minnesota

Release and where to watch

In theatres
1998
On OTT
Netflix date not announced

Questions people ask

What is the runtime of A Simple Plan?

A Simple Plan has a runtime of 2 hours 1 minute, or 121 min.

When did A Simple Plan release?

A Simple Plan released in 1998.

Who directed A Simple Plan?

A Simple Plan is directed by Sam Raimi.

Who is in the cast of A Simple Plan?

The cast of A Simple Plan includes Bill Paxton, Billy Bob Thornton, Bridget Fonda, Gary Cole, Becky Ann Baker and Brent Briscoe.

Where can I watch A Simple Plan online?

A Simple Plan streams on Netflix.

Is A Simple Plan based on a true story or a book?

A Simple Plan is based on A Simple Plan.

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Updated 4 November 2026 by Pragati. Cast and crew from Wikidata. Found a mistake? Tell us.