Short Time
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.
- Overview
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- Recommendations
Short Time
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
- Recommendations
Status
Released
Release Date
May 4, 1990
Runtime
1h 37m
Genres
Action, Comedy, Crime
User Score
64%
Original Title
Short Time
Production Companies
20th Century Fox, Gladden Entertainment
Director
Gregg Champion
Description
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.
