Statements (161)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:film_production_company
gptkb:franchise gptkb:film |
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
4
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Yaphet_Kotto
|
| gptkbp:awards |
Nominated for 1 Academy Award
Nominated for 1 BAFTA Award Nominated for 2 Golden Globe Awards |
| gptkbp:box_office |
$72 million
|
| gptkbp:budget |
$35 million
|
| gptkbp:character |
gptkb:Detective
gptkb:The_Duke gptkb:Frank gptkb:Alonzo_Mosely gptkb:Eddie_Moscone gptkb:Jimmy_Serrano gptkb:Jonathan_Mardukas gptkb:Jack_Walsh gptkb:Murray |
| gptkbp:character_development |
Jack Walsh's growth
Jonathan Mardukas's redemption |
| gptkbp:cinematography |
gptkb:Donald_E._Thorin
|
| gptkbp:country |
gptkb:United_States
|
| gptkbp:created_by |
gptkb:Martin_Brest
|
| gptkbp:critical_reception |
Positive reviews
positive reviews |
| gptkbp:cultural_impact |
Cult classic
cult classic status Cult classic status |
| gptkbp:director |
gptkb:Martin_Brest
|
| gptkbp:distributor |
gptkb:Universal_Pictures
|
| gptkbp:edited_by |
gptkb:Dave_Brenner
|
| gptkbp:editor |
gptkb:Debra_Neil-Fisher
|
| gptkbp:fan_base |
dedicated following
|
| gptkbp:features |
chase scenes
road trip elements |
| gptkbp:features_character |
gptkb:Jonathan_Mardukas
gptkb:Jack_Walsh |
| gptkbp:film_series |
Midnight Run (franchise)
Midnight Run franchise |
| gptkbp:filming_location |
gptkb:Borough
gptkb:Chicago gptkb:Las_Vegas gptkb:Los_Angeles |
| gptkbp:first_released |
gptkb:1988
|
| gptkbp:followed_by |
gptkb:Another_Midnight_Run
|
| gptkbp:follows |
a bounty hunter
|
| gptkbp:genre |
action comedy
|
| gptkbp:has |
cult following
action sequences two main characters memorable quotes a strong narrative |
| gptkbp:has_awards |
1 nomination for Academy Award
|
| gptkbp:has_cameo |
gptkb:Joe_Pantoliano
gptkb:John_Ashton gptkb:Robert_De_Niro gptkb:Charles_Grodin |
| gptkbp:has_conflict_with |
criminals pursuing characters
law enforcement interference |
| gptkbp:has_genre |
action comedy
|
| gptkbp:has_influence_on |
other buddy cop films
|
| gptkbp:has_merchandise |
DV Ds and Blu-rays
|
| gptkbp:has_sequel |
gptkb:Midnight_Run:_The_Series
Midnight Run 2 |
| gptkbp:has_setting |
gptkb:United_States
|
| gptkbp:has_song |
gptkb:Danny_Elfman
|
| gptkbp:has_spin_off |
gptkb:Midnight_Run:_The_Series
|
| gptkbp:has_theme |
bounty hunting
Midnight Run Theme |
| gptkbp:home_media_release |
gptkb:DJ
gptkb:film Digital download VHS, DVD, Blu-ray |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Midnight Run
|
| gptkbp:influenced |
subsequent buddy comedies
|
| gptkbp:influences |
Comedy films
Buddy cop films Road movies |
| gptkbp:inspiration |
Based on a true story
Comedy duos Road trip adventures Real-life bounty hunting |
| gptkbp:is |
a comedy-drama
a film about friendship a road movie a classic film a comedy film a crime film a film about betrayal a buddy film a film with comedic elements a film with a memorable soundtrack a film with a unique style a film about redemption a film with a unique premise a film that explores themes of morality a 1980s film a film that explores themes of loyalty a film with a twist ending a film that explores themes of adventure a film that explores themes of change a film that explores themes of conflict a film that explores themes of family a film that explores themes of friendship a film that explores themes of growth a film that explores themes of justice a film that explores themes of redemption. a film that explores themes of survival a film that explores themes of trust a film with a blend of genres a film with a bounty hunter protagonist a film with a comedic antagonist a film with a fugitive character a film with a road trip theme a film with a satisfying conclusion a film with a serious undertone a film with a strong cast a film with a strong climax a film with a strong opening scene a film with character development a film with dramatic elements |
| gptkbp:language |
English
|
| gptkbp:legacy |
Referenced in popular culture
influenced future comedies Influenced later films Inspired television shows |
| gptkbp:music_by |
gptkb:Danny_Elfman
|
| gptkbp:plot |
A bounty hunter takes a former mob accountant on a cross-country trip.
bounty hunter chasing a fugitive A bounty hunter must transport a former mob accountant across the country. |
| gptkbp:premiere |
gptkb:1988
|
| gptkbp:produced_by |
gptkb:Universal_Pictures
|
| gptkbp:producer |
gptkb:Martin_Brest
|
| gptkbp:production_company |
gptkb:Universal_Pictures
|
| gptkbp:rating |
gptkb:R
|
| gptkbp:received |
positive reviews
|
| gptkbp:release_date |
gptkb:1988
1988-07-20 |
| gptkbp:release_format |
Theatrical
|
| gptkbp:release_region |
gptkb:United_States
|
| gptkbp:resolution |
successful capture of fugitive
|
| gptkbp:runtime |
126 minutes
|
| gptkbp:screenplay_by |
gptkb:George_Gallo
|
| gptkbp:sequel |
Midnight Run 2
|
| gptkbp:set_in |
gptkb:United_States
|
| gptkbp:soundtrack |
gptkb:Midnight_Run_(soundtrack)
|
| gptkbp:starring |
gptkb:Yaphet_Kotto
gptkb:John_Ashton gptkb:Robert_De_Niro gptkb:Charles_Grodin gptkb:Dennis_Farina Yaphat Kotto |
| gptkbp:streaming_platforms |
available on various platforms
|
| gptkbp:title |
gptkb:Midnight_Run
|
| gptkbp:trivia |
inspired video games
cult following among fans Robert De Niro's comedic performance features iconic chase scenes filmed in multiple states |
| gptkbp:writer |
gptkb:George_Gallo
|