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Basic (2003)

English drama film directed by John McTiernan

Film facts

Runtime
1h 38m 98 min
Released
28 March 2003
Language
English

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

Basic has a runtime of 1 hour 38 minutes (98 min). The English film released on 28 March 2003. It is directed by John McTiernan and stars John Travolta, Connie Nielsen and Samuel L. Jackson.

Cast and crew

Produced by
Mike Medavoy, Dror Soref, James Vanderbilt
Production
Intermedia
Distribution
Columbia Pictures, Netflix

Box office, awards and more

Budget
$50 million
Box office
$42 million
Set in
Panama
Filmed in
Florida, Panama

Release and where to watch

In theatres
28 March 2003
On OTT
Netflix date not announced

Questions people ask

What is the runtime of Basic?

Basic has a runtime of 1 hour 38 minutes, or 98 min.

When did Basic release?

Basic released on 28 March 2003.

Who directed Basic?

Basic is directed by John McTiernan.

Who is in the cast of Basic?

The cast of Basic includes John Travolta, Connie Nielsen, Samuel L. Jackson, Tim Daly, Giovanni Ribisi and Brian Van Holt.

Where can I watch Basic online?

Basic streams on Netflix.

How much did Basic earn at the box office?

Basic grossed $42 million on a budget of $50 million.

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Updated 2 November 2026 by Pragati. Cast and crew from Wikidata. Found a mistake? Tell us.