The Trigger Effect(1996)
When nothing works, anything goes.
Synopsis
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.
Directed by David Koepp
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Cast
Kyle MacLachlan
Matthew
Elisabeth Shue
Annie
Dermot Mulroney
Joe
Richard T. Jones
Raymond
Bill Smitrovich
Steph
Michael Rooker
Gary
Tori Kristiansen
Sarah
Tyra Kristiansen
Sarah
Rick Worthy
Johnny
Edhem Barker
Trendy German Guy
Tyrone Tann
Tripping Guy
Mônica Torres
Hand Holding Girl
Sherry Lynn
Additional Dialogue Replacement (voice)
David O'Donnell
Hand Holding Guy
Greg Grunberg
Double Date Guy
Kerri Vickers
Double Date Girl
Molly Morgan
Babysitter
Philip Bruns
Mr. Schaefer
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When did The Trigger Effect come out?+
The Trigger Effect was released in 1996.
How long is The Trigger Effect?+
The Trigger Effect runs for 94 minutes (1 hour and 34 minutes).
Who directed The Trigger Effect?+
The Trigger Effect was directed by David Koepp.
Who stars in The Trigger Effect?+
The Trigger Effect stars Kyle MacLachlan, Elisabeth Shue, Dermot Mulroney, Richard T. Jones and Bill Smitrovich.
Is The Trigger Effect worth watching?+
The Trigger Effect holds a 5.8/10 rating from 127 TMDB users, and is best suited to fans of drama and thriller.
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