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The Avengers (1998)

โ€œShe's Peel. He's Steed. Their world is a dangerous place. And they love it.โ€

4.4/10 ยท 812 votes 1h 29m pg-13 ActionComedyAdventureThrillerScience-fiction

#123 of 123 films from 1998 #2156 of 2168 in action

Directed by Jeremiah S. Chechik ยท Written by Don MacPherson

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Overview

British Ministry agent John Steed, under direction from "Mother", investigates a diabolical plot by arch-villain Sir August de Wynter to rule the world with his weather control machine. Steed investigates the beautiful Doctor Mrs. Emma Peel, the only suspect, but simultaneously falls for her and joins forces with her to combat Sir August.

Cast

Ralph Fiennesas John Steed
Uma Thurmanas Emma Peel
Sean Conneryas Sir August de Wynter
Patrick Macneeas Invisible Jones (voice)
Jim Broadbentas Mother
Fiona Shawas Father
Suzy Eddie Izzardas Bailey
Eileen Atkinsas Alice
John Woodas Trubshaw
Carmen Ejogoas Brenda
Keeley Hawesas Tamara
Shaun Ryderas Donavan
Nicholas Woodesonas Dr. Darling
Michael Godleyas Butler

Facts

Release dateAugust 13, 1998
Runtime89 min (1h 29m) โ€” shorter as the 1998 average of 109 min
GenresAction, Comedy, Adventure, Thriller, Science-fiction
LanguageEN
Budget$60,000,000
Box office$48,600,000 (0.8ร— budget)
IMDbtt0118661

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Questions

How long is The Avengers?
The Avengers runs 89 minutes (1h 29m), short enough for a weeknight.
Is The Avengers worth watching?
TMDB users give it 4.4/10 across 812 votes, which places it #123 of 123 films released in 1998 in this index (top 1%) and #2156 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed The Avengers?
The Avengers was directed by Jeremiah S. Chechik. Other well-rated titles by the same director: National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation (1989), Benny & Joon (1993).
Who stars in The Avengers?
Ralph Fiennes as John Steed; Uma Thurman as Emma Peel; Sean Connery as Sir August de Wynter; Patrick Macnee as Invisible Jones (voice); Jim Broadbent as Mother; Fiona Shaw as Father.
What is The Avengers rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Avengers?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/23880.

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