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The Trigger Effect

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.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Trigger Effect
  • Genres: Drama, Thriller
  • Release Date: 1996-08-30
  • Runtime: 94 minutes
  • Rating: 5.8/10 (110 votes)
  • Budget: $8,000,000
  • Revenue: $3,600,000
  • Production Companies: Gramercy Pictures, Universal Pictures, Amblin Entertainment
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.6038
  • Languages: English, Italian

Cast & Crew

Kyle MacLachlan

Kyle MacLachlan

as Matthew

Elisabeth Shue

Elisabeth Shue

as Annie

Dermot Mulroney

Dermot Mulroney

as Joe

Richard T. Jones

Richard T. Jones

as Raymond

Bill Smitrovich

Bill Smitrovich

as Steph

Michael Rooker

Michael Rooker

as Gary

Tori Kristiansen

Tori Kristiansen

as Sarah

Tyra Kristiansen

Tyra Kristiansen

as Sarah

Rick Worthy

Rick Worthy

as Johnny

Edhem Barker

Edhem Barker

as Trendy German Guy

Gallery

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External Links

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Trigger Effect?

The Trigger Effect is a Drama, Thriller movie directed by . It was released on 1996-08-30.

Who are the main actors in The Trigger Effect?

The main cast includes Kyle MacLachlan, Elisabeth Shue, Dermot Mulroney, Richard T. Jones, Bill Smitrovich, .

Where can I watch The Trigger Effect online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Trigger Effect is available.

Is The Trigger Effect based on a true story?

When Nothing Works, Anything Goes.

What is the IMDb rating of The Trigger Effect?

The Trigger Effect has an IMDb rating of 5.8/10 based on 110 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Trigger Effect?

The movie had a production budget of $8,000,000 and earned $3,600,000 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Trigger Effect?

The soundtrack was composed by Gramercy Pictures, Universal Pictures, Amblin Entertainment. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Trigger Effect filmed?

The Trigger Effect was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Trigger Effect?

The total runtime of The Trigger Effect is 94 minutes.

Is The Trigger Effect suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to The Trigger Effect?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Trigger Effect.

Does The Trigger Effect have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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