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Harsh Times (2005)

“Take A Ride To The Edge”

6.4/10 · 811 votes 1h 56m r ActionThrillerDramaCrime

#106 of 184 films from 2005 #1303 of 2168 in action

Directed by David Ayer · Written by David Ayer

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Overview

Jim Davis is an ex-Army Ranger who finds himself slipping back into his old life of petty crime after a job offer from the LAPD evaporates. His best friend is pressured by his girlfriend Sylvia to find a job, but Jim is more interested in hanging out and making cash from small heists, while trying to get a law enforcement job so he can marry his Mexican girlfriend.

Cast

Christian Baleas Jim Luther Davis
Freddy Rodríguezas Mike Alonzo
Eva Longoriaas Sylvia
Chaka Formanas Toussant
Tammy Trullas Marta
J.K. Simmonsas Agent Richards
Michael Monksas Agent Hollenbeck
Samantha Estebanas Letty
Tania Verafieldas Patty
Noel Gugliemias Flaco
Adriana Millanas Rita
Geo Corveraas Wilo
Cesar Garciaas Listo
Terry Crewsas Darrell

Facts

Release dateSeptember 11, 2005
Runtime116 min (1h 56m) — about the same as the 2005 average of 106 min
GenresAction, Thriller, Drama, Crime
LanguageEN
Budget$2,000,000
Box office$6,000,000 (3.0× budget)
IMDbtt0433387

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Questions

How long is Harsh Times?
Harsh Times runs 116 minutes (1h 56m).
Is Harsh Times worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.4/10 across 811 votes, which places it #106 of 184 films released in 2005 in this index (top 43%) and #1303 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed Harsh Times?
Harsh Times was directed by David Ayer. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Fury (2014), End of Watch (2012), The Beekeeper (2024).
Who stars in Harsh Times?
Christian Bale as Jim Luther Davis; Freddy Rodríguez as Mike Alonzo; Eva Longoria as Sylvia; Chaka Forman as Toussant; Tammy Trull as Marta; J.K. Simmons as Agent Richards.
What is Harsh Times rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Harsh Times?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/37091.

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