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Carriers (2009)

“The rules are simple. You break them, you die...”

6.0/10 · 1,521 votes 1h 24m pg-13 ActionThrillerDramaHorrorScience-fiction

#180 of 242 films from 2009 #1706 of 2168 in action

Directed by David Pastor, Àlex Pastor · Written by David Pastor, Àlex Pastor

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Overview

A deadly virus has spread across the globe. Contagion is everywhere, no one is safe, and no one can be trusted. Four friends race through the back roads of the American West on their way to a secluded utopian beach in the Gulf of Mexico where they could peacefully wait out the pandemic. Their plans take a grim turn when their car breaks down on an isolated road starting a chain of events that will seal their fates.

Cast

Lou Taylor Puccias Danny Green
Chris Pineas Brian Green
Piper Peraboas Bobby
Emily VanCampas Kate
Christopher Melonias Frank Holloway
Kiernan Shipkaas Jodie Holloway
Ron McClaryas Preacher
Mark Mosesas Doctor
Josh Berryas Survivalist
Tim Janisas Survivalist
Dylan Keninas Tom
LeAnne Lynchas Rose
Dale O´Malleyas Survivalist

Facts

Release dateSeptember 4, 2009
Runtime84 min (1h 24m) — shorter as the 2009 average of 105 min
GenresAction, Thriller, Drama, Horror, Science-fiction
LanguageEN
Box office$5,805,279
IMDbtt0806203

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Questions

How long is Carriers?
Carriers runs 84 minutes (1h 24m), short enough for a weeknight.
Is Carriers worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6/10 across 1,521 votes, which places it #180 of 242 films released in 2009 in this index (top 26%) and #1706 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed Carriers?
Carriers was directed by David Pastor, Àlex Pastor. Other well-rated titles by the same director: The Occupant (2020), Bird Box Barcelona (2023).
Who stars in Carriers?
Lou Taylor Pucci as Danny Green; Chris Pine as Brian Green; Piper Perabo as Bobby; Emily VanCamp as Kate; Christopher Meloni as Frank Holloway; Kiernan Shipka as Jodie Holloway.
What is Carriers rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Carriers?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/11862.

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