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The Mother (2023)

“Vengeance is a mother!”

6.6/10 · 1,440 votes 1h 55m r ActionThriller

#131 of 202 films from 2023 #1041 of 2168 in action

Directed by Niki Caro · Written by Andrea Berloff, Misha Green, Peter Craig

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Overview

A deadly female assassin comes out of hiding to protect the daughter that she gave up years before, while on the run from dangerous men.

Cast

Jennifer Lopezas Mother
Lucy Paezas Zoe
Omari Hardwickas Cruise
Joseph Fiennesas Adrian
Gael García Bernalas Hector
Paul Racias Jons
Jesse Garciaas Tarantula
Yvonne Senat Jonesas Sonya
Edie Falcoas SAIC Eleanor Williams
Michael Karl Richardsas Zoe's Adopted Dad
Link Bakeras Marcus Stone
Mayumi Yoshidaas C-Section Nurse
Ryan Cowieas New Father
Todd Matthewsas Fed at Zoe's House

Facts

Release dateMay 4, 2023
Runtime115 min (1h 55m) — about the same as the 2023 average of 113 min
GenresAction, Thriller
LanguageEN
IMDbtt6968614

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Questions

How long is The Mother?
The Mother runs 115 minutes (1h 55m).
Is The Mother worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.6/10 across 1,440 votes, which places it #131 of 202 films released in 2023 in this index (top 36%) and #1041 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed The Mother?
The Mother was directed by Niki Caro. Other well-rated titles by the same director: McFarland, USA (2015), The Zookeeper's Wife (2017), North Country (2005).
Who stars in The Mother?
Jennifer Lopez as Mother; Lucy Paez as Zoe; Omari Hardwick as Cruise; Joseph Fiennes as Adrian; Gael García Bernal as Hector; Paul Raci as Jons.
What is The Mother rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Mother?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/23242.

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