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Armored (2009)

“To protect and serve yourself.”

5.8/10 · 730 votes 1h 28m pg-13 ActionThrillerDramaCrimeMystery

#204 of 242 films from 2009 #1878 of 2168 in action

Directed by Nimród Antal · Written by James V. Simpson

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Overview

A crew of officers at an armored transport security firm risk their lives when they embark on the ultimate heist against their own company. Armed with a seemingly fool-proof plan, the men plan on making off with a fortune with harm to none. But when an unexpected witness interferes, the plan quickly unravels and all bets are off.

Cast

Matt Dillonas Mike Cochrane
Jean Renoas Quinn
Laurence Fishburneas Baines
Amaury Nolascoas Palmer
Skeet Ulrichas Dobbs
Fred Wardas Duncan Ashcroft
Milo Ventimigliaas Eckehart
Columbus Shortas Ty Hackett
Andre Jamal Kinneyas Jimmy Hackett
Andrew Fiscellaas Dispatcher #1
Nick Jamesonas Homeless Man
Glenn Tarantoas Joe the Cook
Lorna Raveras Child Welfare Agent
Garry Guerrieras Federal Guard

Facts

Release dateDecember 4, 2009
Runtime88 min (1h 28m) — shorter as the 2009 average of 105 min
GenresAction, Thriller, Drama, Crime, Mystery
LanguageEN
Budget$20,000,000
Box office$22,942,221 (1.1× budget)
IMDbtt0913354

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Questions

How long is Armored?
Armored runs 88 minutes (1h 28m), short enough for a weeknight.
Is Armored worth watching?
TMDB users give it 5.8/10 across 730 votes, which places it #204 of 242 films released in 2009 in this index (top 16%) and #1878 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed Armored?
Armored was directed by Nimród Antal. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Retribution (2023), Vacancy (2007), Predators (2010).
Who stars in Armored?
Matt Dillon as Mike Cochrane; Jean Reno as Quinn; Laurence Fishburne as Baines; Amaury Nolasco as Palmer; Skeet Ulrich as Dobbs; Fred Ward as Duncan Ashcroft.
What is Armored rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Armored?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/11488.

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