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The Negotiator (1998)

R  |   |  Action, Crime, Drama  |  29 July 1998 (USA)
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In a desperate attempt to prove his innocence, a skilled police negotiator accused of corruption and murder takes hostages in a government office to gain the time he needs to find the truth.

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Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
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Danny Roman
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Adam Beck
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Grant Frost
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Chief Al Travis
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Terence Niebaum
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Maggie (as Siobhan Fallon)
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Rudy
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Markus
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Palermo
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Eagle
Tim Kelleher ...
Argento
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Scott
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Hellman
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Storyline

In the midst of an elaborate conspiracy, an expert negotiator is driven to the edge when he's framed for the murder of his partner, as well as embezzling money from his department's pension fund. His only chance to prove his innocence is to take hostages himself, acquire the services of another expert negotiator, and find out who's running the conspiracy before it's too late. Written by Ted Walters

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Chicago's two top negotiators must face each other. One of them is holding hostages. The other is demanding surrender. And everyone's holding their breath. See more »


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Rated R for violence and language | See all certifications »

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29 July 1998 (USA)  »

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Box Office

Budget:

$50,000,000 (estimated)

Opening Weekend:

$10,218,831 (USA) (31 July 1998)

Gross:

£1,484,716 (UK) (1 January 1999)
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Trivia

The wife of Danny Roman's partner, Nate Roenick, mentions their son, Jeremy. Jeremy Roenick was a hockey player in the Chicago Blackhawks. See more »

Goofs

When Palermo is told to take the shot, a closeup on his eye blinking through the scope is a stand in. This is evident by the brim and strap of a helmet and facial wrinkles that Palermo doesn't have. He has smoother skin and wears a backwards baseball cap. See more »

Quotes

Lieutenant Danny Roman: You working?
Lieutenant Chris Sabian: Sort of. I was negotiating a truce between my wife and daughter.
Lieutenant Danny Roman: Then I'm proved to be easy by comparison.
Lieutenant Chris Sabian: It wouldn't surprise me in the least.
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References Rio Bravo (1959) See more »

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Performed by Rednex
Written by Janne Ericsson, Erkan Oban (as Øban), Pat Reiniz
Courtesy of Zomba Recording Corp.
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Very well done
27 February 1999 | by (Bathurst,New Brunswick) – See all my reviews

Terrific action drama about dedicated cop Jackson,who is framed for the murder of his partner and stealing money funds. Spacey does a great job as the stranger. Film relies more on drama than action which is good in this case. Marred only by overlength.

Rating:**** (out of five)


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