Short Time
Getting killed isn't as easy as it looks.
PG-13 1990 · 97 min · ★ 6.5 · Action, Comedy, Crime
As a result of a misdiagnosis, Detective Burt Simpson is told he has just weeks to live. He gains a new respect for his life and loved ones but learns that in order for his wife, Carolyn, and son, Dougie, to collect any insurance money, he must be killed in the line of duty. He then becomes the most reckless man on the police force, volunteering for dangerous assignments over the objections of his by-the-book partner.
Directed by Gregg Champion · Written by John Blumenthal
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Dabney Coleman Burt Simpson -
Matt Frewer Ernie Dills -
Teri Garr Carolyn Simpson -
Barry Corbin Captain -
Joe Pantoliano Scalese -
Xander Berkeley Stark -
Kaj-Erik Eriksen Dougie Simpson -
Sam Malkin Hostage Man -
Paul Jarrett Jonas Lutz - R Rob Roy Dan Miller
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Kim Kondrashoff Michael Lutz - T Tony Pantages Vito
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