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The Limey (1999)

“Tell him I'm coming.”

6.5/10 · 514 votes 1h 29m r ThrillerDramaCrimeMystery

#73 of 105 films from 1999 #1285 of 2475 in thriller

Directed by Steven Soderbergh · Written by Lem Dobbs

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Overview

The Limey follows Wilson, a tough English ex-con who travels to Los Angeles to avenge his daughter's death. Upon arrival, Wilson goes to task battling Valentine and an army of L.A.'s toughest criminals, hoping to find clues and piece together what happened. After surviving a near-death beating, getting thrown from a building and being chased down a dangerous mountain road, the Englishman decides to dole out some bodily harm of his own.

Cast

Terence Stampas Wilson
Lesley Ann Warrenas Elaine
Luis Guzmánas Eduardo Roel
Barry Newmanas Jim Avery
Joe Dallesandroas Uncle John
Nicky Kattas Stacy the Hitman
Peter Fondaas Terry Valentine
Amelia Heinleas Adhara
Melissa Georgeas Jennifer 'Jenny' Wilson
William Luckingas Warehouse Foreman
Matthew Kimbroughas Tom Johannson
John Robothamas Rick (Valentine's Bodyguard)
Steve Heinzeas Larry (Valentine's Bodyguard)
Nancy Lenehanas Lady on Plane

Facts

Release dateOctober 8, 1999
Runtime89 min (1h 29m) — shorter as the 1999 average of 110 min
GenresThriller, Drama, Crime, Mystery
LanguageEN
Budget$10,000,000
Box office$3,204,663 (0.3× budget)
IMDbtt0165854

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Questions

How long is The Limey?
The Limey runs 89 minutes (1h 29m), short enough for a weeknight.
Is The Limey worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.5/10 across 514 votes, which places it #73 of 105 films released in 1999 in this index (top 31%) and #1285 among 2475 thriller titles.
Who directed The Limey?
The Limey was directed by Steven Soderbergh. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Ocean's Eleven (2001), Erin Brockovich (2000), Traffic (2000).
Who stars in The Limey?
Terence Stamp as Wilson; Lesley Ann Warren as Elaine; Luis Guzmán as Eduardo Roel; Barry Newman as Jim Avery; Joe Dallesandro as Uncle John; Nicky Katt as Stacy the Hitman.
What is The Limey rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Limey?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/36577.

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