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Code 8 (2019)

“Fear is the most dangerous power.”

6.3/10 · 2,254 votes 1h 39m nr ActionScience-fictionCrime

#222 of 296 films from 2019 #1343 of 2168 in action

Directed by Jeff Chan · Written by Chris Paré

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Overview

In Lincoln City, some inhabitants have extraordinary abilities. Most live below the poverty line, under the close surveillance of a heavily militarized police force. Connor, a construction worker with powers, involves with a criminal gang to help his ailing mother. (Based on the short film “Code 8,” 2016.)

Cast

Robbie Amellas Connor Reed
Stephen Amellas Garrett
Kari Matchettas Mary Reed
Penny Eizengaas Receptionist
Lawrence Bayneas Big Joe
Jai Jai Jonesas Travis
Alex Mallari Jr.as Rainer
Shaun Bensonas Dixon
Sung Kangas Park
Aaron Abramsas Davis
Martin Roachas Captain Milltown
Nneka Elliottas Reporter
Matthew Gouveiaas Dave / Grocery Store Manager
Kevin Claydonas Truck Passenger

Facts

Release dateDecember 6, 2019
Runtime99 min (1h 39m) — shorter as the 2019 average of 109 min
GenresAction, Science-fiction, Crime
LanguageEN
Budget$15,000,000
Box office$157,209 (0.0× budget)
IMDbtt6259380

More from Jeff Chan

Code 8 Part IICode 8 Part II2024 · ★ 6.3 · 1h 41m

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Questions

How long is Code 8?
Code 8 runs 99 minutes (1h 39m).
Is Code 8 worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.3/10 across 2,254 votes, which places it #222 of 296 films released in 2019 in this index (top 25%) and #1343 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed Code 8?
Code 8 was directed by Jeff Chan. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Code 8 Part II (2024).
Who stars in Code 8?
Robbie Amell as Connor Reed; Stephen Amell as Garrett; Kari Matchett as Mary Reed; Penny Eizenga as Receptionist; Lawrence Bayne as Big Joe; Jai Jai Jones as Travis.
What is Code 8 rated?
It carries a nr certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Code 8?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/29.

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