On this day, February 7, 1986, the action-thriller F/X premiered in theaters. Directed by Robert Mandel, the film combined suspense, crime, and special effects trickery into a unique and gripping story that became a cult favorite among 80s action fans.
Starring Bryan Brown, Brian Dennehy, Diane Venora, and Angela Bassett in her film debut, F/X follows a special effects expert who is hired by the government to stage a fake assassination. However, when he becomes the target of a real conspiracy, he must use his movie magic skills to survive and uncover the truth. The film’s blend of practical effects, thrilling twists, and clever storytelling made it a standout in the action-thriller genre.
With a budget of $10 million, F/X performed well at the box office, earning $20.6 million. It was successful enough to spawn a sequel, F/X2, in 1991, as well as a television series in the 1990s.
Fun fact: F/X marked the film debut of Angela Bassett, who would go on to become one of Hollywood’s most celebrated actresses.
Trivia question: What was the name of the sequel to F/X, released in 1991?
Starring Bryan Brown, Brian Dennehy, Diane Venora, and Angela Bassett in her film debut, F/X follows a special effects expert who is hired by the government to stage a fake assassination. However, when he becomes the target of a real conspiracy, he must use his movie magic skills to survive and uncover the truth. The film’s blend of practical effects, thrilling twists, and clever storytelling made it a standout in the action-thriller genre.
With a budget of $10 million, F/X performed well at the box office, earning $20.6 million. It was successful enough to spawn a sequel, F/X2, in 1991, as well as a television series in the 1990s.
Fun fact: F/X marked the film debut of Angela Bassett, who would go on to become one of Hollywood’s most celebrated actresses.
Trivia question: What was the name of the sequel to F/X, released in 1991?
