The Trigger Effect
“When Nothing Works, Anything Goes.”
A blackout leaves those affected to consider what is necessary, what is legal, and what is questionable, in order to survive in a predatory environment.
Where to watch The Trigger Effect in United States
Can I watch The Trigger Effect in United States? The Trigger Effect isn't on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
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Where is The Trigger Effect streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| India | — | Amazon Video |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| Australia | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Germany | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| France | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Spain | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Brazil | — | Claro video, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
About The Trigger Effect
The Trigger Effect is a 1996 English-language drama and thriller film directed by David Koepp. The cast is led by Kyle MacLachlan, Elisabeth Shue, Dermot Mulroney. It has a runtime of 1h 34m. Viewers rate it 5.9/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
The Trigger Effect was produced by Gramercy Pictures, Universal Pictures, and Amblin Entertainment and made in United States of America. It was released on August 30, 1996, and carries a R certification. Made on a budget of about $8 million, it went on to gross $4 million worldwide.
- Director
- David Koepp
- Writers
- David Koepp
- Release date
- August 30, 1996
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- R
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Budget
- $8 million
- Box office
- $4 million
- Production
- Gramercy Pictures, Universal Pictures, Amblin Entertainment
The Trigger Effect cast & crew
The Trigger Effect was directed by David Koepp and written by David Koepp.
The cast features Kyle MacLachlan as Matthew, Elisabeth Shue as Annie, Dermot Mulroney as Joe, Richard T. Jones as Raymond, Bill Smitrovich as Steph, and Michael Rooker as Gary.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by James Newton Howard, cinematography is by Newton Thomas Sigel, and it was produced by Michael Grillo.
Is The Trigger Effect worth watching?
The Trigger Effect holds an audience score of 5.9/10 from 124 ratings, a more divisive drama films.
At 1h 34m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy drama and thriller, The Trigger Effect is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch The Trigger Effect
The Trigger Effect isn't on a subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube.
Streaming rights change country by country and month by month, so the options above reflect United States today — switch your country at the top of the where-to-watch section to see availability elsewhere.
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Cast of The Trigger Effect
Kyle MacLachlan
Matthew
Elisabeth Shue
Annie
Dermot Mulroney
Joe
Richard T. Jones
Raymond
Bill Smitrovich
Steph
Michael Rooker
Gary
Tori Kristiansen
Sarah
Tyra Kristiansen
Sarah
Rick Worthy
Johnny
Edhem Barker
Trendy German Guy
Tyrone Tann
Tripping Guy
Mônica Torres
Hand Holding Girl
The Trigger Effect — FAQs
▸Where can I watch The Trigger Effect in United States?
The Trigger Effect is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.
▸What language is The Trigger Effect in?
The Trigger Effect is originally in English, with audio tracks including English, Italian. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is The Trigger Effect?
The Trigger Effect runs 1 hours 34 minutes (94 minutes).
▸What is The Trigger Effect rated?
The Trigger Effect is rated R. It holds a 5.9/10 audience score from 124 ratings.
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