***The cream of the crop of quirky crime thrillers*** RELEASED IN 1994 and written & directed by Quentin Tarantino, "Pulp Fiction" is a drama/thriller/black comedy about two hit men in Los Angeles (John Travolta and Samuel L. Jackson), their mob boss & his wife (Ving Rhames and Uma Thurman) and a champion boxer who…
8.5/10Thriller · Crime · Comedy
Pulp Fiction
“You won’t know the facts until you’ve seen the fiction.”
- 1994
- 2h 34m
- R
- EN
- Released
The story
What Pulp Fiction is about
A burger-loving hit man, his philosophical partner, a drug-addled gangster's moll and a washed-up boxer converge in this sprawling, comedic crime caper. Their adventures unfurl in three stories that ingeniously trip back and forth in time.
Pulp Fiction is a thriller, crime and comedy film from 1994, directed by Quentin Tarantino. It runs 2h 34m and is rated R in the US. It was produced by Miramax, A Band Apart and Jersey Films, with production in United States of America.
The main cast is led by John Travolta, Samuel L. Jackson, Uma Thurman, Bruce Willis. The screenplay was written by Quentin Tarantino, Roger Avary. Reported worldwide gross stands at $213.9M.
Why it matters: Pulp Fiction currently holds 8.5/10 from 31242 TMDB user ratings and has taken $213.9M worldwide against a $8.0M budget. Figures move as more ratings and box-office updates arrive.
Editor’s note
Should you watch Pulp Fiction?
Pulp Fiction is best suited to an evening when you want to stay on the edge of your seat. At 2h 34m, it is a long sitting, so plan the evening around it. The draw is John Travolta and Samuel L. Jackson, directed by Quentin Tarantino.
With 31,242 TMDB ratings averaging 8.5/10, this is one of the most widely seen titles in our library, so the score is a reliable signal.
TMDB tags the film with themes including drug dealer, drug crime, gangster and dark comedy.
The US certification is R: restricted: it contains material intended for adults, including strong language or violence.
If you like this, try The Dark Knight, Se7en or Parasite.
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Who is in it
Pulp Fiction cast
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Behind the camera
Direction and crew
DirectorQuentin Tarantino
WritersQuentin Tarantino, Roger Avary
ProducersLawrence Bender
CinematographyAndrzej Sekula
EditingSally Menke
Audience reaction
Ratings and reviews
8.5/1031242 ratings
Pulp Fiction sits at 8.5 out of 10 from 31242 user ratings. For context, the film's worldwide gross is $213.9M.
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Insane movie! One of the bests(if not the best) Tarantino's movies!…
The facts
Pulp Fiction key details
| Original title | Pulp Fiction |
|---|---|
| Status | Released |
| Release date | September 23, 1994 |
| Runtime | 2h 34m |
| Certification | R in United States, 18 in United Kingdom |
| Original language | EN |
| Spoken languages | English, Spanish, French |
| Country | United States of America |
| Budget | $8.0M |
| Worldwide gross | $213.9M |
| Studios | Miramax, A Band Apart, Jersey Films |
| Also known as | Pulp Fiction - Chronological Cut, Makulatura, Šund |
Release information
Release dates by country
| Country | Date | Cert |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Sep 23, 1994 | R |
| United Kingdom | Oct 21, 1994 | 18 |
| Canada | Oct 14, 1994 | 18A |
| Australia | Nov 24, 1994 | R 18+ |
| Argentina | Feb 16, 1995 | 18 |
| Belgium | Nov 9, 1994 | 18 |
| Brazil | Mar 3, 1995 | 18 |
| Chile | Mar 1, 1995 | 18 |
| China | Apr 18, 2024 | NR |
| Czechia | Oct 13, 1994 | 18+ |
Official trailer for Pulp Fiction, via Miramax. Open on YouTube
Quick answers
Frequently asked questions
Who directed Pulp Fiction?
Pulp Fiction was directed by Quentin Tarantino.
Who is in the cast of Pulp Fiction?
The main cast includes John Travolta, Samuel L. Jackson, Uma Thurman, Bruce Willis, Ving Rhames.
How long is Pulp Fiction?
Pulp Fiction runs 2h 34m.
When was Pulp Fiction released?
It was released in the United States on September 23, 1994. Release dates vary by country — see the table above.
What is Pulp Fiction rated?
Certification depends on the country: R in United States, 18 in United Kingdom. Always check your local rating before watching with family.
Where can I watch Pulp Fiction online?
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Can I watch Pulp Fiction in HD or 4K?
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How much did Pulp Fiction earn?
Reported worldwide gross is $213.9M against a budget of $8.0M. Box office figures update over time.
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At a glance: Pulp Fiction runs 2h 34m, opened in US cinemas on September 23, 1994, has 53 licensed options across 5 regions tracked here.