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L.A. Confidential (1997)

English crime film directed by Curtis Hanson

Film facts

Runtime
2h 12m 132 min
Released
19 September 1997
Language
English

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

L.A. Confidential has a runtime of 2 hours 12 minutes (132 min). The English film released on 19 September 1997. It is directed by Curtis Hanson and stars Kevin Spacey, Russell Crowe and Guy Pearce.

Cast and crew

Cinematography
Dante Spinotti
Produced by
Arnon Milchan, Curtis Hanson
Production
Regency Enterprises, Warner Bros. Entertainment
Distribution
Warner Bros. Entertainment, Netflix

Box office, awards and more

Box office
$126,216
Awards
Silver nugget for the best foreign film; Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress; Academy Award for Best Writing, Adapted Screenplay; National Board of Review: Top Ten Films; National Board of Review Award for Best Film; Dallas-Fort Worth Film Critics Association Award for Best Film
Based on
L.A. Confidential
Set in
Los Angeles
Filmed in
Long Beach

Release and where to watch

In theatres
19 September 1997
On OTT
Netflix date not announced

Questions people ask

What is the runtime of L.A. Confidential?

L.A. Confidential has a runtime of 2 hours 12 minutes, or 132 min.

When did L.A. Confidential release?

L.A. Confidential released on 19 September 1997.

Who directed L.A. Confidential?

L.A. Confidential is directed by Curtis Hanson.

Who is in the cast of L.A. Confidential?

The cast of L.A. Confidential includes Kevin Spacey, Russell Crowe, Guy Pearce, Kim Basinger, Danny DeVito and James Cromwell.

Where can I watch L.A. Confidential online?

L.A. Confidential streams on Netflix.

How much did L.A. Confidential earn at the box office?

L.A. Confidential grossed $126,216.

Is L.A. Confidential based on a true story or a book?

L.A. Confidential is based on L.A. Confidential.

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