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Attack the Block (2011)

โ€œInner City vs. Outer Spaceโ€

6.5/10 ยท 2,346 votes 1h 28m r ActionComedyScience-fiction

#125 of 249 films from 2011 #1147 of 2168 in action

Directed by Joe Cornish ยท Written by Joe Cornish

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Overview

A South London teen gang must team up with the other residents of their housing estate to protect the neighbourhood from a terrifying alien invasion.

Cast

John Boyegaas Moses
Jodie Whittakeras Sam
Nick Frostas Ron
Alex Esmailas Pest
Luke Treadawayas Brewis
Selom Awadzias Tonks
Franz Dramehas Dennis
Simon Howardas Biggz
Jumayn Hunteras Hi-Hatz
Leeon Jonesas Jerome
Sammy Williamsas Probs
Michael Ajaoas Mayhem
Paige Meadeas Dimples
Danielle Vitalisas Tia

Facts

Release dateMay 11, 2011
Runtime88 min (1h 28m) โ€” shorter as the 2011 average of 103 min
GenresAction, Comedy, Science-fiction
LanguageEN
Budget$13,000,000
Box office$6,333,688 (0.5ร— budget)
IMDbtt1478964

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Questions

How long is Attack the Block?
Attack the Block runs 88 minutes (1h 28m), short enough for a weeknight.
Is Attack the Block worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.5/10 across 2,346 votes, which places it #125 of 249 films released in 2011 in this index (top 50%) and #1147 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed Attack the Block?
Attack the Block was directed by Joe Cornish. Other well-rated titles by the same director: The Kid Who Would Be King (2019).
Who stars in Attack the Block?
John Boyega as Moses; Jodie Whittaker as Sam; Nick Frost as Ron; Alex Esmail as Pest; Luke Treadaway as Brewis; Selom Awadzi as Tonks.
What is Attack the Block rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Attack the Block?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/17284.

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