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Felon (2008)

โ€œNo rule. No hope. No way out.โ€

7.1/10 ยท 1,021 votes 1h 43m r ActionThrillerDramaCrime

#50 of 219 films from 2008 #535 of 2168 in action

Directed by Ric Roman Waugh ยท Written by Ric Roman Waugh

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Overview

A family man convicted of killing an intruder must cope with life afterward in the violent penal system.

Cast

Stephen Dorffas Wade Porter
Val Kilmeras John Smith
Harold Perrineauas Lt. Jackson
Marisol Nicholsas Laura Porter
Johnny Lewisas Snowman
Nick Chinlundas Sgt. Roberts
Anne Archeras Maggie
Larnell Stovallas Viper
Sam Shepardas Gordon
Vincent Milleras Michael Porter
Shawn Princeas Todd Jackson
Chris Browningas Danny Samson
Greg Seranoas Officer Diaz
Jake Walkeras Warden Harris

Facts

Release dateJuly 17, 2008
Runtime103 min (1h 43m) โ€” about the same as the 2008 average of 104 min
GenresAction, Thriller, Drama, Crime
LanguageEN
Budget$2,900,000
IMDbtt1117385

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Questions

How long is Felon?
Felon runs 103 minutes (1h 43m).
Is Felon worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.1/10 across 1,021 votes, which places it #50 of 219 films released in 2008 in this index (top 78%) and #535 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed Felon?
Felon was directed by Ric Roman Waugh. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Shelter (2026), Greenland (2020), Shot Caller (2017).
Who stars in Felon?
Stephen Dorff as Wade Porter; Val Kilmer as John Smith; Harold Perrineau as Lt. Jackson; Marisol Nichols as Laura Porter; Johnny Lewis as Snowman; Nick Chinlund as Sgt. Roberts.
What is Felon rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Felon?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/12302.

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