Is Chain Reaction scary?

MyCinema has not rated Chain Reaction for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a thriller, action, and science fiction film. It is rated PG-13 in the United States.

Where can I watch Chain Reaction in the US?

Chain Reaction streams on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads and can be rented from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and 2 more in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.

How long is Chain Reaction?

Chain Reaction runs 1 hour 47 minutes (107 minutes).

Is Chain Reaction suitable for kids?

Chain Reaction is rated PG-13 in the United States, which means some material may be unsuitable for children under 13. It is not suitable for young children.

TMDB19961h 47mThriller / Action / Science Fiction

Chain Reaction

Name: Chain Reaction
Genre: Thriller, Action, Science Fiction
Released: 1996-08-02
Duration: 107 min

TMDB movie listing

At the University of Chicago, a research team that includes brilliant student machinist Eddie Kasalivich experiences a breakthrough: a stable form of fusion that may lead to a waste-free energy source. However, a private company wants to exploit the technology, so Kasalivich and physicist Dr. Lily Sinclair are framed for murder, and the fusion device is stolen. On the run from the FBI, they must recover the technology and exonerate themselves.

TMDB audience score

Based on 1,270 votes

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Chain Reaction at a glance

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Runtime

Standard length · 1h 47m

At 1h 47m it sits between 90 minutes and two hours.

Genres

Thriller · Action · Science Fiction

TMDB files it under thriller, action, and science fiction.

US availability

2 subscriptions · 5 to rent · 5 to buy

Included with 2 subscription services: Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. Listed to rent from 5 stores. Listed to buy from 5 stores.

TMDB audience score

5.8 / 10 on TMDB

TMDB users rate it 5.8 out of 10 across 1,270 votes, a mixed audience score. That is a large sample of voters.

Why watch Chain Reaction tonight

It is a regular evening's length at 1h 47m.
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There is a trailer on this page if you want a look first.

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Questions about Chain Reaction

Is Chain Reaction scary?: MyCinema has not rated Chain Reaction for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a thriller, action, and science fiction film. It is rated PG-13 in the United States.
Where can I watch Chain Reaction in the US?: Chain Reaction streams on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads and can be rented from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and 2 more in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.
How long is Chain Reaction?: Chain Reaction runs 1 hour 47 minutes (107 minutes).
Is Chain Reaction suitable for kids?: Chain Reaction is rated PG-13 in the United States, which means some material may be unsuitable for children under 13. It is not suitable for young children.