Movie

Short Time

“Getting killed isn't as easy as it looks.”

★ 6.5(59)19901h 37m

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Good to know

Director: Gregg Champion
Release date: 1990-05-04
Runtime: 1h 37m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Gladden Entertainment

Short Time — trailer

About Short Time

Short Time is a 1990 movie in the Action, Comedy and Crime genres, directed by Gregg Champion, starring Dabney Coleman, Matt Frewer and Teri Garr. It has a runtime of 1 hour 37 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.5/10 from 59 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Short Time in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

As a result of a misdiagnosis, Detective Burt Simpson is told he has just weeks to live. He gains a new respect for his life and loved ones but learns that in order for his wife, Carolyn, and son, Dougie, to collect any insurance money, he must be killed in the line of duty. He then becomes the most reckless man on the police force, volunteering for dangerous assignments over the objections of his by-the-book partner.

Cast

Dabney Coleman

Burt Simpson

Matt Frewer

Ernie Dills

Teri Garr

Carolyn Simpson

Barry Corbin

Captain

Joe Pantoliano

Scalese

Xander Berkeley

Stark

Kaj-Erik Eriksen

Dougie Simpson

Sam Malkin

Hostage Man

Paul Jarrett

Jonas Lutz

Rob Roy

Dan Miller

Kim Kondrashoff

Michael Lutz

Tony Pantages

Vito

Themes & keywords

retirementcop

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Short Time in Canada?+

Short Time is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Short Time on Netflix?+

Short Time is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How long is Short Time?+

Short Time has a runtime of 1 hour 37 minutes (97 minutes).

Who stars in Short Time?+

Short Time stars Dabney Coleman, Matt Frewer, Teri Garr, Barry Corbin and Joe Pantoliano.

When did Short Time come out?+

Short Time is a 1990 movie directed by Gregg Champion.

What genre is Short Time?+

Short Time is Action, Comedy and Crime film.

Who directed Short Time?+

Short Time was directed by Gregg Champion.