The Future Lasts A Long Time (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Film · ★ 6

Released in 1996, The Future Lasts A Long Time is a crime film directed by David Jackson, running about 14 minutes.
What it’s about. Dream-like short film starring Samantha Morton, in one of her earliest screen credits, as one of a couple on the run who hide out in the Fens.
Who’s in it. The Future Lasts A Long Time stars Samantha Morton as May, Paul Williams as Kinney, Hans Matheson as Jimmy and Paul Williams as Kinney, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Future Lasts A Long Time has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Future Lasts A Long Time page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Future Lasts A Long Time tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Future Lasts A Long Time (1996)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Future Lasts A Long Time change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Future Lasts A Long Time worth watching?
- The Future Lasts A Long Time holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Future Lasts A Long Time?
- The Future Lasts A Long Time stars Samantha Morton, Paul Williams, Hans Matheson, Paul Williams and Sienna Guillory.
- When was The Future Lasts A Long Time released?
- The Future Lasts A Long Time was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 14 minutes.