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Breakdown

Breakdown

2nd May 1997
1h 33m
Jonathan Mostow
USA
If you started watching this film now, it would finish at approximately 12:13pm.
Breakdown poster
8.0
 MetaCritic
73
 Rotten Tomatoes
82%
 IMDb
6.9

Breakdown is a Crime Action film released on 2nd May 1997; Jonathan Mostow directed the film which stars Kurt Russell, Kathleen Quinlan, and J. T. Walsh. The film was a box office success, earning a profit of $14,159,144 on its budget.

Plot

A man searches for his missing wife after his car breaks down in the middle of the desert.

Genres & Themes

Action Crime Drama Held Hostage Kidnap Missing Person Mystery Thriller

Film Settings

Desert On the Road

Cast (19)

Kurt Russell in Breakdown (1997)
Kurt Russell Jeffrey 'Jeff' Taylor
Age WhileAt Filming ≈ 45
Kathleen Quinlan in Breakdown (1997)
Kathleen Quinlan Amy Taylor
Age WhileAt Filming ≈ 42
J. T. Walsh in Breakdown (1997)
J. T. Walsh Warren 'Red' Barr
Age WhileAt Filming ≈ 53
M.C. Gainey in Breakdown (1997)
M.C. Gainey Earl
Age WhileAt Filming ≈ 48
Jack Noseworthy in Breakdown (1997)
Jack Noseworthy Billy
Age WhileAt Filming ≈ 27
Jack McGee in Breakdown (1997)
Jack McGee Bartender at Belle's Diner
Age WhileAt Filming ≈ 47
Rex Linn in Breakdown (1997)
Rex Linn Sheriff Boyd
Age WhileAt Filming ≈ 40
Thomas Kopache in Breakdown (1997)
Thomas Kopache Roger Calhoun
Age WhileAt Filming ≈ 51
Kim Robillard in Breakdown (1997)
Kim Robillard Deputy Len Carver
Age WhileAt Filming ≈ 41
Gene Hartline in Breakdown (1997)
Gene Hartline Tow Truck Driver
Ancel Cook in Breakdown (1997)
Ancel Cook Barfly at Belle's Diner
Age WhileAt Filming ≈ 61
Ritch Brinkley in Breakdown (1997)
Ritch Brinkley Al
Age WhileAt Filming ≈ 52
Rick Zieff's profile
Rick Zieff Producer
Moira Sinise in Breakdown (1997)
Moira Sinise Arleen Barr
Age WhileAt Filming ≈ 42
Vincent Berry in Breakdown (1997)
Vincent Berry Deke Barr, Red's Son
Alitzah's profile
Alitzah Spanish Girl
Rick Sanders in Breakdown (1997)
Rick Sanders Truck Stop Trucker
Steve Waddington in Breakdown (1997)
Steve Waddington Cowboy In Bank
Helen Duffy in Breakdown (1997)

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Breakdown Stats

Cast Age

Estimated Ages At Time of Filming

5% 20-29
37% 40-49
16% 50-59
5% 60-69
37% Unknown

Cast Genders

Who Is Most Represented

26% Female
74% Male

Good/Bad Characters

More Heroes of Villains?

100% Neutral/Unknown

Character Types

What Characters Feature

5% Bartender
5% Sheriff
5% Sheriff's Deputy
84% Unknown

Breakdown FAQ

When was Breakdown released?

Breakdown was released 27 years ago, on Friday May 2nd, 1997.

Who plays the lead role(s) in Breakdown?

The lead role is played by Kurt Russell in the role of Jeffrey 'Jeff' Taylor.

How much did Breakdown cost to make?

The budget was $36,000,000.

How much money did Breakdown make?

The worldwide revenue was $50,159,144.

Is Breakdown on Netflix?

No, Breakdown is not currently available on Netflix in the United States

Is Breakdown on Amazon Prime?

Yes, Breakdown is currently available on Amazon Prime in the United States

Is Breakdown on Disney Plus?

No, Breakdown is not currently available on Disney+ in the United States