Last Dance (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1996, Last Dance is a thriller, drama and crime film directed by Bruce Beresford, running about 103 minutes. “Sometimes justice is a crime” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Upon taking a new job, young lawyer Rick Hayes is assigned to the clemency case of Cindy Liggett, a woman convicted of first degree murder and sentenced to death. As Hayes investigates the background for her case, the two begin to form a deep friendship, while all the while the date for her execution draws nearer.
Who’s in it. Last Dance stars Sharon Stone as Cindy Liggett, Rob Morrow as Rick Hayes, Randy Quaid as Sam Burns and Peter Gallagher as John Hayes, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Last Dance has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $5 at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Last Dance page.
If you liked it. Fans of Last Dance tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Last Dance (1996)?
- In US, Last Dance is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Last Dance worth watching?
- Last Dance holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Last Dance?
- Last Dance stars Sharon Stone, Rob Morrow, Randy Quaid, Peter Gallagher and Jack Thompson.
- When was Last Dance released?
- Last Dance was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.