The Vanishing

1993, Mystery & thriller, 1h 50m

37 Reviews 10,000+ Ratings

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The Vanishing copies the form of its pulse-pounding predecessor but loses much of its thrilling function along the way, leaving American audiences with one more rote remake. Read critic reviews

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Barney (Jeff Bridges) is a disturbed man intent on abducting a woman. After numerous failed attempts, he manages to kidnap young Diane (Sandra Bullock), who is on vacation with her boyfriend, Jeff (Kiefer Sutherland). As time passes, Jeff remains determined to find out what happened to Diane. When Barney unexpectedly confronts Jeff, it leads to a tense life-or-death situation. Meanwhile, Jeff's current girlfriend, Rita (Nancy Travis), manages to follow him in hopes of keeping him out of harm.
  • Rating:
    R
  • Genre:
    Mystery & thriller
  • Original Language:
    English
  • Director:
    George Sluizer
  • Producer:
    Larry Brezner, Paul Schiff
  • Writer:
    Todd Graff
  • Release Date (Streaming):
  • Box Office (Gross USA):
    $13.4M
  • Runtime:
  • Sound Mix:
    Stereo

Cast & Crew

Jeff Bridges
Barney Cousins
Kiefer Sutherland
Jeff Harriman
Nancy Travis
Rita Baker
Sandra Bullock
Diane Shaver
Park Overall
Lynn
Maggie Linderman
Denise Cousins
Lisa Eichhorn
Helene Cousins
George Hearn
Arthur Bernard
Lynn Hamilton
Miss Carmichael
George Sluizer
Director
Larry Brezner
Producer
Paul Schiff
Producer
Todd Graff
Screenwriter
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