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The East (2013)

“Spy on us, we'll spy on you.”

6.6/10 · 891 votes 1h 56m pg-13 ThrillerDrama

#129 of 284 films from 2013 #1112 of 2475 in thriller

Directed by Zal Batmanglij · Written by Brit Marling, Zal Batmanglij

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Overview

An operative for an elite private intelligence firm finds her priorities irrevocably changed after she is tasked with infiltrating an anarchist group known for executing covert attacks upon major corporations.

Cast

Brit Marlingas Sarah
Alexander Skarsgårdas Benji
Elliot Pageas Izzy
Toby Kebbellas Doc
Shiloh Fernandezas Luca
Aldis Hodgeas Thumbs
Danielle Macdonaldas Tess
Hillary Baackas Eve
Patricia Clarksonas Sharon
Jason Ritteras Tim
Julia Ormondas Paige Williams
Billy Magnussenas Porty McCabe
Wilbur Fitzgeraldas Robert McCabe
John Neisleras Rory Huston

Facts

Release dateMay 31, 2013
Runtime116 min (1h 56m) — longer as the 2013 average of 106 min
GenresThriller, Drama
LanguageEN
Budget$6,500,000
Box office$2,401,510 (0.4× budget)
IMDbtt1869716

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Questions

How long is The East?
The East runs 116 minutes (1h 56m).
Is The East worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.6/10 across 891 votes, which places it #129 of 284 films released in 2013 in this index (top 55%) and #1112 among 2475 thriller titles.
Who directed The East?
The East was directed by Zal Batmanglij.
Who stars in The East?
Brit Marling as Sarah; Alexander Skarsgård as Benji; Elliot Page as Izzy; Toby Kebbell as Doc; Shiloh Fernandez as Luca; Aldis Hodge as Thumbs.
What is The East rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The East?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/23835.

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