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Zero Dark Thirty (2012)

“The greatest manhunt in history.”

7.0/10 · 5,030 votes 2h 37m r ThrillerDrama

#56 of 232 films from 2012 #629 of 2475 in thriller

Directed by Kathryn Bigelow · Written by Mark Boal

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Overview

A chronicle of the decade-long hunt for al-Qaeda terrorist leader Osama bin Laden after the September 2001 attacks, and his death at the hands of the Navy S.E.A.L. Team 6 in May, 2011.

Cast

Jessica Chastainas Maya
Jason Clarkeas Dan
Kyle Chandleras Joseph Bradley
Jennifer Ehleas Jessica
Mark Strongas George
Joel Edgertonas Patrick - Squadron Team Leader
Chris Prattas Justin - DEVGRU
Edgar Ramírezas Larry from Ground Branch
Mark Duplassas Steve
Scott Adkinsas John
Harold Perrineauas Jack
Jeremy Strongas Thomas
Reda Katebas Ammar
Ricky Sekhonas Osama Bin Laden

Facts

Release dateDecember 19, 2012
Runtime157 min (2h 37m) — longer as the 2012 average of 103 min
GenresThriller, Drama
LanguageEN
Budget$40,000,000
Box office$132,800,000 (3.3× budget)
IMDbtt1790885

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Questions

How long is Zero Dark Thirty?
Zero Dark Thirty runs 157 minutes (2h 37m), which is long for a thriller — plan for it.
Is Zero Dark Thirty worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7/10 across 5,030 votes, which places it #56 of 232 films released in 2012 in this index (top 76%) and #629 among 2475 thriller titles.
Who directed Zero Dark Thirty?
Zero Dark Thirty was directed by Kathryn Bigelow. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Detroit (2017), Point Break (1991), The Hurt Locker (2008).
Who stars in Zero Dark Thirty?
Jessica Chastain as Maya; Jason Clarke as Dan; Kyle Chandler as Joseph Bradley; Jennifer Ehle as Jessica; Mark Strong as George; Joel Edgerton as Patrick - Squadron Team Leader.
What is Zero Dark Thirty rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Zero Dark Thirty?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/10750.

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