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Abduction (2011)

โ€œThe fight for the truth will be the fight of his life.โ€

5.8/10 ยท 3,085 votes 1h 46m pg-13 ActionThrillerMystery

#203 of 249 films from 2011 #1854 of 2168 in action

Directed by John Singleton ยท Written by Shawn Christensen

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Overview

For many years, Nathan Harper has had the uneasy feeling that life with his family isn't quite what it seems. As he draws closer to uncovering the truth, he is hunted by assassins, forcing him to flee with his neighbor, Karen, the only person he can trust.

Cast

Taylor Lautneras Nathan Harper
Lily Collinsas Karen Murphy
Alfred Molinaas Frank Burton
Sigourney Weaveras Dr. Geraldine 'Geri' Bennett
Jason Isaacsas Kevin Harper
Maria Belloas Mara Harper
Denzel Whitakeras Gilly
Michael Nyqvistas Nikola Kozlow
Dermot Mulroneyas Martin Price
Elisabeth Rรถhmas Lorna Price
Antonique Smithas Sandra Burns
Nickola Shrelias Alek
Will Peltzas Jake
Richard Cetroneas Gregory

Facts

Release dateSeptember 22, 2011
Runtime106 min (1h 46m) โ€” about the same as the 2011 average of 103 min
GenresAction, Thriller, Mystery
LanguageEN
Budget$35,000,000
Box office$82,087,155 (2.3ร— budget)
IMDbtt1600195

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Questions

How long is Abduction?
Abduction runs 106 minutes (1h 46m).
Is Abduction worth watching?
TMDB users give it 5.8/10 across 3,085 votes, which places it #203 of 249 films released in 2011 in this index (top 19%) and #1854 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed Abduction?
Abduction was directed by John Singleton. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Boyz n the Hood (1991), Four Brothers (2005), 2 Fast 2 Furious (2003).
Who stars in Abduction?
Taylor Lautner as Nathan Harper; Lily Collins as Karen Murphy; Alfred Molina as Frank Burton; Sigourney Weaver as Dr. Geraldine 'Geri' Bennett; Jason Isaacs as Kevin Harper; Maria Bello as Mara Harper.
What is Abduction rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Abduction?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/1310.

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