The Vanishing
“Obsession is the ultimate weapon.”
The boyfriend of an abducted woman never gives up the search as the abductor looks on.
Where to watch The Vanishing in United States
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About The Vanishing
The Vanishing is a 1993 English-language thriller, drama and mystery film directed by George Sluizer. The cast is led by Kiefer Sutherland, Jeff Bridges, Nancy Travis. It has a runtime of 1h 49m. Viewers rate it 6.2/10 across 600 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Fandango At Home.
The Vanishing was produced by 20th Century Fox and Morra/Brezner/Steinberg Productions and made in United States of America. It was released on February 5, 1993, and carries a R certification. At the box office it grossed around $15 million worldwide.
- Director
- George Sluizer
- Writers
- Todd Graff
- Release date
- February 5, 1993
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- R
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Box office
- $15 million
- Production
- 20th Century Fox, Morra/Brezner/Steinberg Productions
The Vanishing cast & crew
The Vanishing was directed by George Sluizer and written by Todd Graff.
The cast features Kiefer Sutherland as Jeff Harriman, Jeff Bridges as Barney Cousins, Nancy Travis as Rita Baker, Sandra Bullock as Diane Shaver, Park Overall as Lynn, and Lisa Eichhorn as Helene Cousins.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Jerry Goldsmith, cinematography is by Peter Suschitzky, and it was produced by Pieter Jan Brugge and Paul Schiff.
Is The Vanishing worth watching?
The Vanishing holds an audience score of 6.2/10 from 591 ratings, a solidly received thriller films.
At 1h 49m, it's a standard feature-length watch.
If you enjoy thriller, drama, and mystery, The Vanishing is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch The Vanishing
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Cast of The Vanishing
Kiefer Sutherland
Jeff Harriman
Jeff Bridges
Barney Cousins
Nancy Travis
Rita Baker
Sandra Bullock
Diane Shaver
Park Overall
Lynn
Lisa Eichhorn
Helene Cousins
George Hearn
Arthur Bernard
Lynn Hamilton
Miss Carmichael
Maggie Linderman
Denise Cousins
Garrett Bennett
Cop at Gas Station
George Catalano
Highway Cop
Frank Girardeau
Cop at Apartment
The Vanishing — FAQs
▸Where can I watch The Vanishing in United States?
The Vanishing is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Fandango At Home.
▸What language is The Vanishing in?
The Vanishing is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is The Vanishing?
The Vanishing runs 1 hours 49 minutes (109 minutes).
▸What is The Vanishing rated?
The Vanishing is rated R. It holds a 6.2/10 audience score from 591 ratings.
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