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Ladder 49 (2004)

โ€œTheir greatest challenge lies in rescuing one of their own.โ€

6.5/10 ยท 913 votes 1h 55m pg-13 ActionThrillerDrama

#100 of 179 films from 2004 #1112 of 2168 in action

Directed by Jay Russell ยท Written by Lewis Colick

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Overview

Under the watchful eye of his mentor, Captain Mike Kennedy, probationary firefighter Jack Morrison matures into a seasoned veteran at a Baltimore fire station. However, Jack has reached a crossroads as the sacrifices he's made have put him in harm's way innumerable times and significantly impacted his relationship with his wife and kids.

Cast

Joaquin Phoenixas Jack Morrison
John Travoltaas Captain Mike Kennedy
Jacinda Barrettas Linda Morrison
Robert Patrickas Lenny Richter
Morris Chestnutas Tommy Drake
Billy Burkeas Dennis Gauquin
Balthazar Gettyas Ray Gauquin
Tim Guineeas Tony Corrigan
Kevin Chapmanas Frank Mckinny
Jay Hernandezas Keith Perez
Kevin Danielsas Don Miller
Steve Mayeas Pete Lamb
Robert Lewisas Ed Reilly
Brooke Hamlinas Katie Morrison

Facts

Release dateOctober 1, 2004
Runtime115 min (1h 55m) โ€” about the same as the 2004 average of 106 min
GenresAction, Thriller, Drama
LanguageEN
Budget$60,000,000
Box office$100,572,044 (1.7ร— budget)
IMDbtt0349710

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Questions

How long is Ladder 49?
Ladder 49 runs 115 minutes (1h 55m).
Is Ladder 49 worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.5/10 across 913 votes, which places it #100 of 179 films released in 2004 in this index (top 45%) and #1112 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed Ladder 49?
Ladder 49 was directed by Jay Russell. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Tuck Everlasting (2002), The Water Horse (2007).
Who stars in Ladder 49?
Joaquin Phoenix as Jack Morrison; John Travolta as Captain Mike Kennedy; Jacinda Barrett as Linda Morrison; Robert Patrick as Lenny Richter; Morris Chestnut as Tommy Drake; Billy Burke as Dennis Gauquin.
What is Ladder 49 rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Ladder 49?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/4577.

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