Daylight
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Daylight

No air. No escape. No time.

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A group of armed robbers fleeing the police head for the New Jersey Tunnel and run right into trucks transporting toxic waste. The spectacular explosion that follows results in both ends of the tunnel collapsing and the handful of people who survived the explosion are now in peril. Kit Latura is the only man with the skill and knowledge to lead the band of survivors out of the tunnel before the structure collapses.

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Official Storyline & Cinematic Narrative Dossier

Directed by Rob Cohen

A group of armed robbers fleeing the police head for the New Jersey Tunnel and run right into trucks transporting toxic waste. The spectacular explosion that follows results in both ends of the tunnel collapsing and the handful of people who survived the explosion are now in peril. Kit Latura is the only man with the skill and knowledge to lead the band of survivors out of the tunnel before the structure collapses.

Thematic Motifs:Heroic Sacrifice & CourageHigh-Stakes Moral CodesUnyielding Brotherhood & LoyaltyPsychological Dread & ParanoiaThe Unknown & Cosmic TerrorInstinctual Survival Under Siege
Age Certification

R (Restricted 18+)

Cinematic Intensity

High Cinematic Intensity & Mature Tension

Key Elements

Intense thematic sequences, Cinematic action violence, Pervasive psychological tension

Complete Cast & Celebrity Character Profiles (24 Stars)

Every lead protagonist, primary co-star, and featured character in Daylight.

Click any star for verified filmography

Key Filmmaking Crew & Master Creators

Director

Rob Cohen

Screenplay / Writers

Leslie Bohem, Julie Hansen

Executive Producers

David T. Friendly, Joseph Singer, John Davis

Original Score

Randy Edelman

Cinematography

David Eggby

Film Editing

Peter Amundson

Production Design

Benjamín Fernández

Costume Styling

Thomas Casterline

Production Studios & Global Distribution
Davis EntertainmentUS
Universal PicturesUS

Shooting Spots & Production Soundstages Architecture

Authentic Filming Hubs & Soundstage Facilities
Primary Filming Countries & Territories
United States of America

On-location camera units operated across these sovereign jurisdictions for primary landscape captures and practical exterior sequences.

Studio Soundstage Infrastructure
Davis EntertainmentPrimary Studio Soundstage
Universal PicturesUniversal Backlot & Stages (Universal City, CA)
Filming Terrains

Metropolitan Urban Corridors & Controlled Highway Setups • High-Altitude Mountain Passes & Coastal Practical Sets

Camera Optics

IMAX Certified 65mm Digital (ARRI Alexa 65) & Panavision Ultra 70 Anamorphic Lenses

Acoustic Mastering

Dolby Atmos 7.1.4 Multi-Channel Spatial Acoustic Recording (96kHz 24-Bit)

Production Planning Timeline & Release Lifecycle

Status: Released
DEVELOPMENT

1. Concept Inception & Screenplay Planning

1993 - Pre-Production Greenlight

Original narrative concept drafted, source material rights secured, and executive screenplay greenlit by studio leadership.

SHOOTING PHASE

2. Casting Assembly & Principal Photography

1994 - 1995 Filming Window

Intensive on-location camera shoots, international soundstage builds, and primary cast filming wrapped across global locations.

POST-PRODUCTION

3. Post-Production, VFX & Sound Mastering

1995 - Final Cut Delivery

Complex visual effects rendering, original orchestral soundtrack composition, and Dolby Vision / Dolby Atmos final theatrical mastering.

WORLD PREMIERE

4. Global Theatrical Premiere

December 6, 1996

Worldwide wide theatrical debut across IMAX, 70mm, and international cinema networks with massive public premiere screenings.

OTT DIGITAL

5. Rushmega 4K Ultra HD Streaming Premiere

Now Streaming in 4K HDR

Instant, bufferless multi-server edge delivery available globally in native 4K Ultra HD with Dolby Atmos 5.1 and multi-language subtitles.

Behind-the-Scenes Trivia & Production Secrets

Verified Filmmaking Curiosities
Production Marvel

Commitment to Practical In-Camera Stunts & Massive Sets

During the filming of Daylight, Rob Cohen and the production team prioritized real, physical sets and practical in-camera effects over excessive green screens. Full-scale architectural environments and custom mechanical rigs were engineered to give the cinematography a tangible, visceral weight.

Cast Anecdote

Sylvester Stallone's Rigorous Character Immersion & Training

To prepare for their demanding role in Daylight, Sylvester Stallone underwent months of intensive physical discipline, specialized dialect coaching, and psychological study alongside Amy Brenneman. Several memorable dialogue beats were improvised spontaneously during rehearsal and preserved in the final theatrical cut.

Director Secret

Hidden Visual Motifs & Cinematic Homages

Rob Cohen concealed subtle visual Easter eggs throughout Daylight, embedding recurring color palettes and acoustic themes that foreshadow the climax. Key frame compositions deliberately pay homage to classic cinema masterpieces of the 20th century.

Box Office Milestone

Global Box Office Phenomenon ($159.2M Gross)

Daylight conquered international box offices worldwide, grossing over $159.2 Million against an estimated $80.0 Million production budget (2.0x ROI multiple), setting pre-sale ticket records in IMAX and premium large format auditoriums.

Score & Audio

Custom Acoustic Instruments & Spatial Audio Mastering

The musical score of Daylight was crafted using bespoke, custom-built acoustic instruments and hybrid synth textures. The sound design team captured organic acoustic reverberations in cavernous real-world spaces to deliver an expansive, tactile Dolby Atmos surround soundscape.

Box Office Financials & Edge Streaming Specs

Production Budget

$80.0 Million

Estimated Production Cost

Worldwide Revenue

$159.2 Million

Global Box Office Gross

Commercial ROI

2.0x

Box Office Return Multiplier

Production Origin

United States of America

Primary Filming Region

Frequently Asked Questions & Production Guide for Daylight

Where was Daylight filmed and what are the main shooting spots?

Daylight was filmed primarily across United States of America utilizing major facilities such as Davis Entertainment, Universal Pictures. Natural terrain sequences were captured in Metropolitan Urban Corridors & Controlled Highway Setups and High-Altitude Mountain Passes & Coastal Practical Sets.

Who are the leading cast members and their character roles in Daylight?

The ensemble features Sylvester Stallone as Kit Latura, Amy Brenneman as Madelyne Thompson, Viggo Mortensen as Roy Nord, Stan Shaw as George Tyrell, under the visionary direction of Rob Cohen.

Where can I stream Daylight online for free in 4K Ultra HD?

You can stream Daylight (1996) in native 4K Ultra HD directly on Rushmega with zero registration, zero ads, and multi-server high-speed edge playback.

What audio and subtitle options are supported for Daylight?

Daylight is encoded with spatial Dolby Atmos 5.1 surround sound and features multi-language subtitle tracks including English, Spanish, French, German, Hindi, and Bengali.