Fatal Attraction

"A look that led to an evening. A mistake he'll regret... FOR THE REST OF HIS LIFE."

Sep 18 1987 R 1h 59m
Drama, Thriller

A married man's one-night stand comes back to haunt him when that lover begins to stalk him and his family.

Plot

Happily married New York lawyer Dan Gallagher has an affair with his colleague Alex, and the two enjoy a love weekend while Dan's wife and kid are away. But Alex will not let go of him, and she will stop at nothing to have him for herself. Just how far will she go to get what she wants?

Written by

James Dearden

Directed by

Adrian Lyne

Production Countries

United States of America

Production Companies

Paramount

Languages

English

Awards

Nominated for 6 Oscars. 10 wins & 24 nominations total

Scores
# of Votes
104,906
Average Rating
6.9 out of 10
Metascore
67
Popularity
NA