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Desperate Measures

β€œDesperate times call for. . .”

β˜… 6.0(320)19981h 40m
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Desperate Measures is streaming on Sony One Amazon Channel in Mexico, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video. Availability checked 10 June 2026.

Where to watch Desperate Measures

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Director
Barbet Schroeder
Release date
1998-01-30
Runtime
1h 40m
Language
English
Box office
$13,800,000
Budget
$50,000,000
Status
Released
Country
United States of America
Studio
Mandalay Entertainment

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About Desperate Measures

Desperate Measures is a 1998 movie in the Action, Drama and Thriller genres, directed by Barbet Schroeder, starring Michael Keaton, Andy Garcia and Brian Cox. It has a runtime of 1 hour 40 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.0/10 from 320 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Desperate Measures in Mexico β€” across streaming, rental and purchase options β€” along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

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.

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Themes & keywords

chasedonationparanoiaterminal illnessleukemiaprison escapehospitalpsychological thrillercriminalconvictconfrontationcaptivefreewaypropane

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Desperate Measures in Mexico?+

In Mexico, you can stream Desperate Measures on Sony One Amazon Channel. It's also available to rent or buy on Amazon Video.

Is Desperate Measures on Netflix?+

Desperate Measures is not on Netflix in Mexico right now, but you can stream it on Sony One Amazon Channel.

How long is Desperate Measures?+

Desperate Measures has a runtime of 1 hour 40 minutes (100 minutes).

Who stars in Desperate Measures?+

Desperate Measures stars Michael Keaton, Andy Garcia, Brian Cox, Marcia Gay Harden and Erik King.

When did Desperate Measures come out?+

Desperate Measures is a 1998 movie directed by Barbet Schroeder.

What genre is Desperate Measures?+

Desperate Measures is Action, Drama, Thriller and Crime film.

Who directed Desperate Measures?+

Desperate Measures was directed by Barbet Schroeder.

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