Storyline
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.
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Cast & Crew
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
Rob Roy
Dan Miller
Kim Kondrashoff
Michael Lutz
Tony Pantages
Vito
Frequently Asked Questions
Short Time was released on May 4, 1990.
The runtime of Short Time is 1h 37m.
Short Time is a Action, Comedy, Crime movie.
Short Time has a rating of 6.4 out of 10 on TMDB.
Short Time is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.
Short Time was directed by Gregg Champion.
The main cast of Short Time includes Dabney Coleman, Matt Frewer, Teri Garr.
Short Time is originally in English.