The highest scoring of the two F/X films, ahead of F/X2 (53). Streaming on Prime and Tubi.
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Synopsis
A movies special effects man is hired by a government agency to help stage the assassination of a well known gangster. When the agency double cross him, he uses his special effects to trap the gangster and the corrupt agents.
Ratings
| Source | Rating | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| IMDb | 6.7/10 | 42% |
| Rotten Tomatoes | 89% | 21% |
| Metacritic | 71/100 | 21% |
| TMDB | 6.6/10529 votes | 16% |
| Balasaur Score | 72 | 100% |
Key crew
- Robert MandelDirector
- Bill ContiOriginal Music Composer
- Gregory FleemanWriter
- Robert T. MegginsonWriter
Cast
- Bryan BrownRoland 'Rollie' Tyler
- Brian DennehyLt. Leo McCarthy
- Diane VenoraEllen
- Cliff DeYoungLipton
- Mason AdamsCol. Mason
- Jerry OrbachNicholas DeFranco
- Joe GrifasiMickey
- Martha GehmanAndy
- Trey WilsonLt. Murdoch
- Roscoe OrmanCaptain Wallenger
- Tom NoonanVarrick
- Paul D'AmatoGallagher
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