Basic Instinct (1992) — Unrated Special Edition — Widescreen DVD
Michael Douglas and Sharon Stone star in this provocative, stylish neo-noir thriller directed by Paul Verhoeven. San Francisco homicide detective Nick Curran investigates the brutal murder of a former rock star and becomes entangled with Catherine Tramell, a brilliant, wealthy crime novelist whose latest book eerily resembles the killing. As their attraction grows, suspicion and manipulation blur the line between investigator and suspect, leading Nick into a dangerous game of obsession, deception and deadly secrets.
Cast & Crew
- Michael Douglas — Detective Nick Curran
- Sharon Stone — Catherine Tramell
- George Dzundza — Detective Gus Moran
- Jeanne Tripplehorn — Dr. Beth Garner
- Denis Arndt — Lieutenant Philip Walker
- Leilani Sarelle — Roxy
- Wayne Knight — John Correli
- Director — Paul Verhoeven
- Screenplay — Joe Eszterhas
- Music — Jerry Goldsmith
Hollywood Connections & Trivia
- Basic Instinct helped make Sharon Stone an international star through her portrayal of Catherine Tramell.
- Director Paul Verhoeven also directed RoboCop (1987) and Total Recall (1990).
- Composer Jerry Goldsmith earned an Academy Award nomination for his suspenseful original score.
- Editor Frank J. Urioste received an Academy Award nomination for Best Film Editing.
- The film was shot in and around San Francisco, using the city's streets and coastal scenery to create its distinctive atmosphere.
DVD Edition Details
- Title: Basic Instinct
- Film release: 1992
- Edition: Artisan / Unrated Version / Special Edition
- Presentation: Widescreen
- Genre: Mystery / Crime / Thriller
- Format: DVD
- UPC: 012236124733
- Condition: New
Edition note: This listing is specifically for the Artisan widescreen unrated special edition, not the theatrical-cut edition. Bonus-feature contents may vary by pressing and are not asserted unless verified.
Content advisory: Contains strong sexual content, nudity, violence and adult themes; the unrated edition may contain material not included in the theatrical version.