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The Watch (2012)
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Four everyday suburban guys come together as an excuse to escape their humdrum lives one night a week. But when they accidentally discover that their town has become overrun with aliens posing as ordinary suburbanites, they have no choice but to save their neighborhood – and the world – from total extermination.
Cast
Ben Stilleras Evan
Vince Vaughnas Bob
Jonah Hillas Franklin
Richard Ayoadeas Jamarcus
Rosemarie DeWittas Abby
Erinn Hayesas Bob's Wife
Erin Moriartyas Chelsea
Jill Jane Clementsas City Council Woman
Will Forteas Sergeant Bressman
Mel Rodriguezas Chucho
Doug Jonesas Hero Alien
Nicholas Braunas Jason
R. Lee Ermeyas Manfred
Joe Nuñezas Antonio Guzman
Facts
| Release date | July 26, 2012 |
| Runtime | 102 min (1h 42m) — about the same as the 2012 average of 103 min |
| Genres | Action, Comedy, Science-fiction |
| Language | EN |
| Budget | $68,000,000 |
| Box office | $68,267,862 (1.0× budget) |
| IMDb | tt1298649 |
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Questions
How long is The Watch?
The Watch runs 102 minutes (1h 42m).
Is The Watch worth watching?
TMDB users give it 5.6/10 across 2,545 votes, which places it #209 of 232 films released in 2012 in this index (top 10%) and #1986 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed The Watch?
The Watch was directed by Akiva Schaffer. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Chip 'n Dale: Rescue Rangers (2022), Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping (2016), Hot Rod (2007).
Who stars in The Watch?
Ben Stiller as Evan; Vince Vaughn as Bob; Jonah Hill as Franklin; Richard Ayoade as Jamarcus; Rosemarie DeWitt as Abby; Erinn Hayes as Bob's Wife.
What is The Watch rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Watch?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/38939.