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The Punisher (2004)

โ€œThere is no justice, there is only revenge.โ€

6.4/10 ยท 3,294 votes 2h 4m r ActionDramaCrime

#110 of 179 films from 2004 #1307 of 2168 in action

Directed by Jonathan Hensleigh ยท Written by Jonathan Hensleigh, Michael France

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Overview

When undercover FBI agent Frank Castle's wife and son are slaughtered, he becomes 'the Punisher' -- a ruthless vigilante willing to go to any length to avenge his family.

Cast

Thomas Janeas Frank Castle / The Punisher
John Travoltaas Howard Saint
Will Pattonas Quentin Glass
Roy Scheideras Frank Castle, Sr.
Laura Harringas Livia Saint
Ben Fosteras Specker Dave
Samantha Mathisas Maria Castle
James Carpinelloas Bobby Saint / John Saint
A. Russell Andrewsas Jimmy Weeks
Eddie Jemisonas Mickey Duka
John Pinetteas Bumpo
Rebecca Romijnas Joan
Mark Collieas Harry Heck
Marcus Johnsas Will Castle

Facts

Release dateApril 15, 2004
Runtime124 min (2h 4m) โ€” longer as the 2004 average of 106 min
GenresAction, Drama, Crime
LanguageEN
Budget$33,000,000
Box office$54,700,105 (1.7ร— budget)
IMDbtt0330793

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Questions

How long is The Punisher?
The Punisher runs 124 minutes (2h 4m).
Is The Punisher worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.4/10 across 3,294 votes, which places it #110 of 179 films released in 2004 in this index (top 39%) and #1307 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed The Punisher?
The Punisher was directed by Jonathan Hensleigh. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Kill the Irishman (2011), The Ice Road (2021), Ice Road: Vengeance (2025).
Who stars in The Punisher?
Thomas Jane as Frank Castle / The Punisher; John Travolta as Howard Saint; Will Patton as Quentin Glass; Roy Scheider as Frank Castle, Sr.; Laura Harring as Livia Saint; Ben Foster as Specker Dave.
What is The Punisher rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Punisher?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/45198.

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