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L.A. Confidential

L.A. Confidential

Everything is suspect... Everyone is for sale... And nothing is what it seems.

Three detectives in the corrupt and brutal L.A. police force of the 1950s use differing methods to uncover a conspiracy behind the shotgun slayings of the patrons at an all-night diner.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: L.A. Confidential
  • Genres: Crime, Mystery, Thriller, Drama
  • Release Date: 1997-09-19
  • Runtime: 138 minutes
  • Rating: 7.803/10 (5305 votes)
  • Budget: $35,000,000
  • Revenue: $126,216,940
  • Production Companies: Regency Enterprises, Wolper Organization
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 6.4063
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Kevin Spacey

Kevin Spacey

as Jack Vincennes

Russell Crowe

Russell Crowe

as Wendell 'Bud' White

Guy Pearce

Guy Pearce

as Edmund 'Ed' Exley

James Cromwell

James Cromwell

as Dudley Smith

Kim Basinger

Kim Basinger

as Lynn Bracken

Danny DeVito

Danny DeVito

as Sid Hudgens

David Strathairn

David Strathairn

as Pierce Patchett

Ron Rifkin

Ron Rifkin

as D.A. Ellis Loew

Graham Beckel

Graham Beckel

as Dick Stensland

Amber Smith

Amber Smith

as Susan Lefferts

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

20th Anniversary Trailer

Original Theatrical Trailer

"L.A. Confidential" winning Best Adapted Screenplay

Kim Basinger winning Best Supporting Actress

External Links

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is L.A. Confidential?

L.A. Confidential is a Crime, Mystery, Thriller, Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1997-09-19.

Who are the main actors in L.A. Confidential?

The main cast includes Kevin Spacey, Russell Crowe, Guy Pearce, James Cromwell, Kim Basinger, .

Where can I watch L.A. Confidential online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if L.A. Confidential is available.

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

Everything is suspect... Everyone is for sale... And nothing is what it seems.

What is the IMDb rating of L.A. Confidential?

L.A. Confidential has an IMDb rating of 7.803/10 based on 5305 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of L.A. Confidential?

The movie had a production budget of $35,000,000 and earned $126,216,940 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for L.A. Confidential?

The soundtrack was composed by Regency Enterprises, Wolper Organization. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was L.A. Confidential filmed?

L.A. Confidential was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is L.A. Confidential?

The total runtime of L.A. Confidential is 138 minutes.

Is L.A. Confidential suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to L.A. Confidential?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to L.A. Confidential.

Does L.A. Confidential have a post-credit scene?

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