|
Desperate Measures (1998) 5.9
San Francisco police officer Frank Connor is in a frantic search for a compatible bone marrow donor for his gravely ill son. There's only one catch: the potential donor is convicted ... See full summary » Director:Barbet SchroederWriter:David Klass |
| Watch Trailer 0Share... |
User Lists
Related lists from IMDb users
Share this Rating
Title: Desperate Measures (1998)
Want to share IMDb's rating on your own site? Use the HTML below.
Learn more
People who liked this also liked...
Chain Reaction
(1996)
Action
|
Drama
|
Sci-Fi
Director:
Andrew Davis
Stars:
Keanu Reeves,
Morgan Freeman,
Rachel Weisz
Crimson Tide
(1995)
Action
|
Drama
|
Thriller
Director:
Tony Scott
Stars:
Denzel Washington,
Gene Hackman,
Matt Craven
Clear and Present Danger
(1994)
Action
|
Drama
|
Thriller
Director:
Phillip Noyce
Stars:
Harrison Ford,
Willem Dafoe,
Anne Archer
In the Line of Fire
(1993)
Action
|
Crime
|
Drama
Director:
Wolfgang Petersen
Stars:
Clint Eastwood,
John Malkovich,
Rene Russo
Sudden Death
(1995)
Action
|
Drama
|
Thriller
Director:
Peter Hyams
Stars:
Jean-Claude Van Damme,
Powers Boothe,
Raymond J. Barry
The Sum of All Fears
(2002)
Action
|
Drama
|
Thriller
Director:
Phil Alden Robinson
Stars:
Ian Mongrain,
Russell Bobbitt,
Morgan Freeman
Volcano
(1997)
Action
|
Drama
|
Sci-Fi
Director:
Mick Jackson
Stars:
Tommy Lee Jones,
Anne Heche,
Gaby Hoffmann
Sniper
(1993)
Action
|
Drama
|
Thriller
Director:
Luis Llosa
Stars:
Tom Berenger,
Billy Zane,
J.T. Walsh
Enemy of the State
(1998)
Action
|
Drama
|
Thriller
Director:
Tony Scott
Stars:
Will Smith,
Gene Hackman,
Jon Voight
The Mechanic
(2011)
Action
|
Crime
|
Thriller
Director:
Simon West
Stars:
Jason Statham,
Ben Foster,
Tony Goldwyn
Body of Lies
(2008)
Action
|
Drama
|
Thriller
Director:
Ridley Scott
Stars:
Leonardo DiCaprio,
Russell Crowe,
Mark Strong
Unstoppable
(2010)
Action
|
Thriller
Director:
Tony Scott
Stars:
Denzel Washington,
Chris Pine,
Rosario Dawson
Edit
Cast
| Cast overview, first billed only: | |||
| Michael Keaton | ... | ||
| Andy Garcia | ... | ||
| Brian Cox | ... |
Captain Jeremiah Cassidy
|
|
| Marcia Gay Harden | ... | ||
| Erik King | ... |
Nate Oliver
|
|
| Efrain Figueroa | ... |
Vargas
|
|
| Joseph Cross | ... | ||
| Janel Moloney | ... |
Sarah Davis
|
|
| Richard Riehle | ... |
Ed Fayne
|
|
| Tracey Walter | ... |
Medical Inmate
|
|
 |
Peter Weireter | ... |
SWAT Team Commander
|
| Keith Diamond | ... |
Derrick Wilson
|
|
| Steve Park | ... |
Dr. Gosha
|
|
| Steven Schub | ... |
SWAT in Airduct
|
|
| Neal Matarazzo | ... |
Cell Guard
|
|
Edit
Plot Summary
|
Add Synopsis
Storyline
San Francisco police officer Frank Connor is in a frantic search for a compatible bone marrow donor for his gravely ill son. There's only one catch: the potential donor is convicted multiple murderer Peter McCabe who sees a trip to the hospital as the perfect opportunity to get what he wants most: freedom. With McCabe's escape, the entire hospital becomes a battleground and Connor must pursue and, ironically, protect the deadly fugitive who is his son's only hope for survival. Written by Sony Pictures (with permission)
Taglines:
Desperate times call for. . . See more »Parents Guide:
View content advisory »
Edit
See more »
See full technical specs »
Details
Country:
USALanguage:
EnglishRelease Date:
30 January 1998 (USA) See more »Also Known As:
Apegnosmenes kiniseis See more »Box Office
Budget:
$50,000,000 (estimated)Opening Weekend:
£349,271 (UK) (27 February 1998)Gross:
$13,668,777 (USA) (10 April 1998)Company Credits
Show detailed
company contact information
on
IMDbPro »
Technical Specs
Runtime:
Color:
Color (Technicolor)Aspect Ratio:
1.85 : 1
Edit
Written by John Fogerty (as John C. Fogerty)
Performed by Creedence Clearwater Revival
See more »
Did You Know?
Trivia
In addition to some of the scenes filmed in Pittsburgh, an elaborate set was constructed in a vacant hangar at what is now known as the San Bernardino International Airport, what used to be Norton Air Force base. Both the jail/prison was three stories high and the hospital, built to the same level, were both physically connected by the concourse seen in the movie. See more »Goofs
While Frank is leaving the room his son was being treated in after breaking the glass in the door, he pushes on the door frame, causing the door to open slightly. This wouldn't happen if he only smashed the glass. See more »Soundtracks
"PROUD MARY"Written by John Fogerty (as John C. Fogerty)
Performed by Creedence Clearwater Revival
See more »
This fast paced, exciting and gripping movie was written by David Klass and directed by Barbet Schroeder. It relates the story of Frank Connor, (Andy Garcia) a police detective who's son is desperately ill and needs a bone marrow transplant. However, when the perfect donor is located, it turns out he's in a maximum security prison and belongs to one, Peter McCabe (Michael Keaton). McCabe is a serious minded, multiple murderer who's I.Q. is in the genius range. Connor's is desperate enough to try anything to save his son and that includes releasing the prisoner from his maximum enclosure, long enough to extract the necessary ingredient while under the most stringent security measures available. However, despite the nearly impregnable restrains, McCabe is incredibly versatile, crafty and learns the weaknesses of his jailers, enough to exploit their mistakes and take advantage of their ignorance. From the moment the prisoner is removed from his incarceration, the audience is given an explosive, action-oriented and dramatic film which makes for a great escape. Keaton is magnificent and his role will surely make this effort a Classic. ****