A History of Violence movie poster

A History of Violence

"Tom Stall had the perfect life...until he became a hero."

September 23, 2005 1h 36m 7.2/10 (3,591 votes)

Originally released in 2005. A History of Violence is a drama/thriller film. directed by David Cronenberg.

Starring Viggo Mortensen, Maria Bello, and Ed Harris

Synopsis

An average family is thrust into the spotlight after the father commits a seemingly self-defense murder at his diner.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 23, 2005 20 years ago
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Runtime 1h 36m 96 minutes total
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User Rating 7.2/10 Great (3,591 votes)
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Budget $32M Production budget
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Box Office $61.5M 1.9x return
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Language English Original language
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Country Canada + 3 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$32,000,000
Revenue
$61,477,797

Production Companies

  • New Line Cinema
  • BenderSpink
  • Media I! Filmproduktion MΓΌnchen & Company

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is A History of Violence about?

An average family is thrust into the spotlight after the father commits a seemingly self-defense murder at his diner.

Who directed A History of Violence?

A History of Violence was directed by David Cronenberg.

How long is A History of Violence?

A History of Violence has a runtime of 1 hours and 36 minutes (96 minutes total).

When was A History of Violence released?

A History of Violence was released on September 23, 2005 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in A History of Violence?

The main cast of A History of Violence includes Viggo Mortensen, Maria Bello, Ed Harris, William Hurt, Ashton Holmes.

Is A History of Violence worth watching?

A History of Violence has a user rating of 7.2/10 based on 3,591 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.