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Apocalypto (2006)

“No one can outrun their destiny.”

7.7/10 · 6,695 votes 2h 18m r ActionDramaHistory

#9 of 217 films from 2006 #134 of 2168 in action

Directed by Mel Gibson · Written by Mel Gibson, Farhad Safinia

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Overview

Set in the Mayan civilization, when a man's idyllic presence is brutally disrupted by a violent invading force, he is taken on a perilous journey to a world ruled by fear and oppression where a harrowing end awaits him. Through a twist of fate and spurred by the power of his love for his woman and his family he will make a desperate break to return home and to ultimately save his way of life.

Cast

Rudy Youngbloodas Jaguar Paw
Raoul Max Trujilloas Zero Wolf
Gerardo Taracenaas Middle Eye
Iazua Lariosas Sky Flower
Antonio Monroyas Chilam
María Isabel Díaz Lagoas Mother in Law
Dalia Hernándezas Seven
Jonathan Breweras Blunted
Morris Birdyellowheadas Flint Sky
Carlos Emilio Báezas Turtles Run
Amilcar Ramírezas Curl Nose
Israel Contrerasas Smoke Frog
Israel Ríosas Cocoa Leaf
Espiridion Acosta Cacheas Old Story Teller

Facts

Release dateDecember 7, 2006
Runtime138 min (2h 18m) — longer as the 2006 average of 106 min
GenresAction, Drama, History
LanguageEN
Budget$40,000,000
Box office$120,654,337 (3.0× budget)
IMDbtt0472043

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Questions

How long is Apocalypto?
Apocalypto runs 138 minutes (2h 18m).
Is Apocalypto worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.7/10 across 6,695 votes, which places it #9 of 217 films released in 2006 in this index (top 96%) and #134 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed Apocalypto?
Apocalypto was directed by Mel Gibson. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Hacksaw Ridge (2016), Braveheart (1995), The Passion of the Christ (2004).
Who stars in Apocalypto?
Rudy Youngblood as Jaguar Paw; Raoul Max Trujillo as Zero Wolf; Gerardo Taracena as Middle Eye; Iazua Larios as Sky Flower; Antonio Monroy as Chilam; María Isabel Díaz Lago as Mother in Law.
What is Apocalypto rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Apocalypto?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/14944.

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