Split Second
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Split Second

He's seen the future. Now he has to kill it.

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In a flooded future London, Detective Harley Stone hunts a serial killer who murdered his partner and has haunted him ever since — but he soon discovers what he is hunting might not be human.

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Official Storyline & Cinematic Narrative Dossier

Directed by Tony Maylam

In a flooded future London, Detective Harley Stone hunts a serial killer who murdered his partner and has haunted him ever since — but he soon discovers what he is hunting might not be human.

Thematic Motifs:Heroic Sacrifice & CourageHigh-Stakes Moral CodesUnyielding Brotherhood & LoyaltyMoral Ambiguity & ConsequenceHuman Vulnerability & BetrayalJustice Against Systemic PowerPsychological 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 Split Second.

Click any star for verified filmography

Key Filmmaking Crew & Master Creators

Director

Tony Maylam

Screenplay / Writers

Gary Scott Thompson

Executive Producers

Laura Gregory, Keith Cavele, Chris Hanley

Original Score

Stephen W. Parsons

Cinematography

Clive Tickner

Film Editing

Dan Rae

Production Design

Chris Edwards

Costume Styling

Antoinette Gregory

Production Studios & Global Distribution
Challenge Film CorporationGB
Entertainment
Muse ProductionsUS
XYZ Funding N.V.

Shooting Spots & Production Soundstages Architecture

Authentic Filming Hubs & Soundstage Facilities
Primary Filming Countries & Territories
United Kingdom

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

Studio Soundstage Infrastructure
Challenge Film CorporationPinewood & Shepperton Studios (Buckinghamshire, UK)
EntertainmentPrimary Studio Soundstage
Muse ProductionsPrimary Studio Soundstage
XYZ Funding N.V.Primary Studio Soundstage
InterstarPrimary Studio Soundstage
Filming Terrains

Metropolitan Urban Corridors & Controlled Highway Setups • High-Altitude Mountain Passes & Coastal Practical Sets • Historic European City Architecture & Bespoke Soundstage Chambers • Atmospheric Industrial Docks & Specialized Interior Practical Stages • Isolated Woodland Locations & Specialized Gothic Soundstage Sets • Acoustically Isolated Underground Facilities

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

1989 - 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

1990 - 1991 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

1991 - 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

May 1, 1992

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 Split Second, Tony Maylam 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

Rutger Hauer's Rigorous Character Immersion & Training

To prepare for their demanding role in Split Second, Rutger Hauer underwent months of intensive physical discipline, specialized dialect coaching, and psychological study alongside Kim Cattrall. Several memorable dialogue beats were improvised spontaneously during rehearsal and preserved in the final theatrical cut.

Director Secret

Hidden Visual Motifs & Cinematic Homages

Tony Maylam concealed subtle visual Easter eggs throughout Split Second, 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 ($5.4M Gross)

Split Second conquered international box offices worldwide, grossing over $5.4 Million against an estimated $7.0 Million production budget (0.8x 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 Split Second 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

$7.0 Million

Estimated Production Cost

Worldwide Revenue

$5.4 Million

Global Box Office Gross

Commercial ROI

0.8x

Box Office Return Multiplier

Production Origin

United Kingdom

Primary Filming Region

Frequently Asked Questions & Production Guide for Split Second

Where was Split Second filmed and what are the main shooting spots?

Split Second was filmed primarily across United Kingdom utilizing major facilities such as Challenge Film Corporation, Entertainment, Muse Productions, XYZ Funding N.V., Interstar. Natural terrain sequences were captured in Metropolitan Urban Corridors & Controlled Highway Setups and High-Altitude Mountain Passes & Coastal Practical Sets and Historic European City Architecture & Bespoke Soundstage Chambers and Atmospheric Industrial Docks & Specialized Interior Practical Stages and Isolated Woodland Locations & Specialized Gothic Soundstage Sets and Acoustically Isolated Underground Facilities.

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

The ensemble features Rutger Hauer as Stone, Kim Cattrall as Michelle, Michael J. Pollard as The Rat Catcher, Alastair Duncan as Durkin, under the visionary direction of Tony Maylam.

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

You can stream Split Second (1992) 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 Split Second?

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