Switchback (1997)

The hunter becomes the hunted.

Switchback (1997) poster

After FBI agent Frank Lacrosse believes his son was kidnapped by a notorious serial killer, he travels to Amarillo, Texas, where he believes the murderer is in hiding. Although officially taken off the case because of its personal significance to him, Frank continues to pursue the killer, causing concern for local sheriff Buck Olmstead. When another victim pops up at a nearby car garage, Frank knows that he is as close as he'll ever be to tracking down the elusive killer.

Director: Jeb Stuart
Genre: Thriller, Mystery
Runtime: 118 min
Release Date:

Cast

Screenplay

Music: Basil Poledouris
Cinematography: Oliver Wood
Editing: Conrad Buff IV
Production: Rysher Entertainment, Pacific Western, Paramount Pictures
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Budget: $37M
Box Office: $6M
Original Language: en

Themes

Serial Murder Clue Hunt, Copycat Serial Killer and the Puzzle, Serial Killers and Dark Minds, Anonymous Tip and the Shadowy Killer, Cold Case Reopened: The New Clue

Keywords

sheriff, texas, colorado, murder, young boy, serial killer, hitchhiker, train, series of murders, election, pursuit, railroad, federal agent, murder investigation, child kidnapping

Trailer

Switchback Trailer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Switchback about?
After FBI agent Frank Lacrosse believes his son was kidnapped by a notorious serial killer, he travels to Amarillo, Texas, where he believes the murderer is in hiding. Although officially taken off the case because of its personal significance to him, Frank continues to pursue the killer, causing concern for local sheriff Buck Olmstead. When another victim pops up at a nearby car garage, Frank knows that he is as close as he'll ever be to tracking down the elusive killer.
Who directed Switchback?
Switchback was directed by Jeb Stuart.
Who stars in Switchback?
Switchback stars Dennis Quaid, Danny Glover, R. Lee Ermey, Jared Leto, Ted Levine, William Fichtner.
How long is Switchback?
Switchback has a runtime of 1h 58m (118 minutes).
What genre is Switchback?
Switchback is a Thriller, Mystery film.
What is the budget of Switchback?
Switchback had a budget of $37M.
How much did Switchback gross?
Switchback grossed $6M worldwide.
Where was Switchback produced?
Switchback was produced in United States of America.
What are the themes of Switchback?
The themes of Switchback include: Serial Murder Clue Hunt, Copycat Serial Killer and the Puzzle, Serial Killers and Dark Minds, Anonymous Tip and the Shadowy Killer, Cold Case Reopened: The New Clue.