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Four Brothers (2005)

“They came home to bury mom... and her killer”

6.8/10 · 2,482 votes 1h 49m r ActionCrime

#67 of 184 films from 2005 #825 of 2168 in action

Directed by John Singleton · Written by David Elliot, Paul Lovett

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Overview

Four adopted brothers return to their Detroit hometown when their mother is murdered and vow to exact revenge on the killers.

Cast

Mark Wahlbergas Bobby Mercer
Tyrese Gibsonas Angel Mercer
André 3000as Jeremiah Mercer
Garrett Hedlundas Jack Mercer
Terrence Howardas Lt. Green
Josh Charlesas Detective Fowler
Sofía Vergaraas Sofi
Fionnula Flanaganas Evelyn Mercer
Chiwetel Ejioforas Victor Sweet
Taraji P. Hensonas Camille Mercer
Barry Shabaka Henleyas Councilman Douglas
Riele Downsas Amelia Mercer
Jernard Burksas Evan
Kenneth Welshas Robert Bradford

Facts

Release dateAugust 11, 2005
Runtime109 min (1h 49m) — about the same as the 2005 average of 106 min
GenresAction, Crime
LanguageEN
Budget$45,000,000
Box office$92,374,674 (2.1× budget)
IMDbtt0430105

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Questions

How long is Four Brothers?
Four Brothers runs 109 minutes (1h 49m).
Is Four Brothers worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.8/10 across 2,482 votes, which places it #67 of 184 films released in 2005 in this index (top 64%) and #825 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed Four Brothers?
Four Brothers was directed by John Singleton. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Boyz n the Hood (1991), 2 Fast 2 Furious (2003), Shaft (2000).
Who stars in Four Brothers?
Mark Wahlberg as Bobby Mercer; Tyrese Gibson as Angel Mercer; André 3000 as Jeremiah Mercer; Garrett Hedlund as Jack Mercer; Terrence Howard as Lt. Green; Josh Charles as Detective Fowler.
What is Four Brothers rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Four Brothers?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/15705.

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