Basic Instinct
- Thriller
- Mystery
Catherine, a novelist with an insatiable sexual appetite, becomes a prime suspect when her boyfriend is brutally murdered -- a crime she had described in her latest story.
Basic Instinct is a 1992 thriller that became a cultural phenomenon for its provocative plot and unforgettable twists. The film follows Catherine, a novelist who becomes the prime suspect in her boyfriend's murder—a crime she had previously described in her latest novel. Now widely available on streaming platforms, this psychological thriller remains a must-watch for fans of mystery and suspense.
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Wide release in United States · Rated R
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Michael DouglasDetective Nick Curran
Sharon StoneCatherine Tramell
George DzundzaGus
Jeanne TripplehornDr. Beth Garner
Denis ArndtLieutenant Walker
Leilani SarelleRoxy
Bruce A. YoungAndrews
Chelcie RossCaptain Talcott
Dorothy MaloneHazel Dobkins
Wayne KnightJohn Correli
Daniel von BargenLieutenant Nilsen
Stephen TobolowskyDr. Lamott
Benjamin MoutonHarrigan
Jack McGeeSheriff
Bill CableJohnny Boz
Trailer
BASIC INSTINCT | Official Trailer - Starring Sharon Stone | STUDIOCANAL International
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- Reported13 days agoBasic Instinct
Joe Eszterhas, writer of the original Basic Instinct (1992), has been hired to write a reboot for Amazon MGM Studio's United Artists. The reboot will feature the return of the character Catherine Tramell. Eszterhas has provided an update on the script, though no release date is mentioned.
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Basic Instinct — frequently asked
When was Basic Instinct released?
Basic Instinct was released on March 20, 1992.
What is Basic Instinct about?
The film follows Catherine, a novelist with a complicated personal life, who becomes the primary suspect when her boyfriend is brutally murdered—a crime she had written about in her latest novel. The plot explores whether she is guilty or the victim of circumstance.
What genre is Basic Instinct?
Basic Instinct is a thriller and mystery film that blends psychological suspense with crime investigation elements.
Is Basic Instinct available to watch?
Yes, Basic Instinct is a completed theatrical release from 1992 and is available on various streaming platforms and for purchase.
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