Movie

The Trigger Effect

“When Nothing Works, Anything Goes.”

★ 5.9(120)19961h 34m

The Trigger Effect is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home in United States. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there yet. Availability checked 9 June 2026.

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Good to know

Director: David Koepp
Release date: 1996-08-30
Runtime: 1h 34m
Language: English
Box office: $3,600,000
Budget: $8,000,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Gramercy Pictures

About The Trigger Effect

The Trigger Effect is a 1996 movie in the Drama and Thriller genres, directed by David Koepp, starring Kyle MacLachlan, Elisabeth Shue and Dermot Mulroney. It has a runtime of 1 hour 34 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.9/10 from 120 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Trigger Effect in United States — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

A blackout leaves those affected to consider what is necessary, what is legal, and what is questionable, in order to survive in a predatory environment.

Cast

Kyle MacLachlan

Matthew

Elisabeth Shue

Annie

Dermot Mulroney

Joe

Richard T. Jones

Raymond

Bill Smitrovich

Steph

Michael Rooker

Gary

Tori Kristiansen

Sarah

Tyra Kristiansen

Sarah

Rick Worthy

Johnny

Edhem Barker

Trendy German Guy

Tyrone Tann

Tripping Guy

Mônica Torres

Hand Holding Girl

Themes & keywords

blackoutriotpower outagesick child

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Trigger Effect in United States?+

In United States, The Trigger Effect is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there right now.

Is The Trigger Effect on Netflix?+

The Trigger Effect is not on Netflix in United States right now.

How long is The Trigger Effect?+

The Trigger Effect has a runtime of 1 hour 34 minutes (94 minutes).

Who stars in The Trigger Effect?+

The Trigger Effect stars Kyle MacLachlan, Elisabeth Shue, Dermot Mulroney, Richard T. Jones and Bill Smitrovich.

When did The Trigger Effect come out?+

The Trigger Effect is a 1996 movie directed by David Koepp.

What genre is The Trigger Effect?+

The Trigger Effect is Drama and Thriller film.

Who directed The Trigger Effect?+

The Trigger Effect was directed by David Koepp.