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F/X

F/X

Murder by illusion.

A movies special effects man is hired by a government agency to help stage the assassination of a well known gangster. When the agency double cross him, he uses his special effects to trap the gangster and the corrupt agents.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: F/X
  • Genres: Action, Thriller
  • Release Date: 1986-02-07
  • Runtime: 109 minutes
  • Rating: 6.6/10 (455 votes)
  • Budget: $10,000,000
  • Revenue: $20,603,715
  • Production Companies: Orion Pictures
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 5.4324
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Bryan Brown

Bryan Brown

as Roland 'Rollie' Tyler

Brian Dennehy

Brian Dennehy

as Lt. Leo McCarthy

Diane Venora

Diane Venora

as Ellen

Cliff DeYoung

Cliff DeYoung

as Lipton

Mason Adams

Mason Adams

as Col. Mason

Jerry Orbach

Jerry Orbach

as Nicholas DeFranco

Joe Grifasi

Joe Grifasi

as Mickey

Martha Gehman

Martha Gehman

as Andy

Trey Wilson

Trey Wilson

as Lt. Murdoch

Roscoe Orman

Roscoe Orman

as Captain Wallenger

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

Original Trailer

Hiding In Plain Sight

Face Casting Scene

The FBI Recruits A Special Effects Artist

Official Trailer

External Links

Keywords

new york cityassassinshowdowncorruptionpolicedetectivefbimission of murderwitness protectionstuntmanmafia bossdeceptionspecial effectsgunfightdisguisefederal agentmakeup artistmanhuntjustice department

Frequently Asked Questions

What is F/X?

F/X is a Action, Thriller movie directed by . It was released on 1986-02-07.

Who are the main actors in F/X?

The main cast includes Bryan Brown, Brian Dennehy, Diane Venora, Cliff DeYoung, Mason Adams, .

Where can I watch F/X online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if F/X is available.

Is F/X based on a true story?

Murder by illusion.

What is the IMDb rating of F/X?

F/X has an IMDb rating of 6.6/10 based on 455 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of F/X?

The movie had a production budget of $10,000,000 and earned $20,603,715 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for F/X?

The soundtrack was composed by Orion Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was F/X filmed?

F/X was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is F/X?

The total runtime of F/X is 109 minutes.

Is F/X suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to F/X?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to F/X.

Does F/X have a post-credit scene?

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

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