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Lions for Lambs (2007)

“If you don't STAND for something, you might FALL for anything.”

6.0/10 · 871 votes 1h 32m r ActionAdventureDramaHistory

#171 of 208 films from 2007 #1746 of 2168 in action

Directed by Robert Redford · Written by Matthew Michael Carnahan

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Overview

Three stories told simultaneously in ninety minutes of real time: a Republican Senator who's a presidential hopeful gives an hour-long interview to a skeptical television reporter, detailing a strategy for victory in Afghanistan; two special forces ambushed on an Afghani ridge await rescue as Taliban forces close in; a poli-sci professor at a California college invites a student to re-engage.

Cast

Meryl Streepas Janine Roth
Tom Cruiseas Senator Jasper Irving
Robert Redfordas Dr. Stephen Malley
Andrew Garfieldas Todd Hayes
Michael Peñaas Ernest Rodriguez
Derek Lukeas Arian Finch
Peter Bergas Wirey Pink
Kevin Dunnas ANX Editor
Christopher Mayas Soldier
Larry Batesas Soldier
David Peaseas Soldier
Heidi Jansonas Soldier
Christopher Carleyas Sniper
George Backas Student

Facts

Release dateOctober 22, 2007
Runtime92 min (1h 32m) — shorter as the 2007 average of 105 min
GenresAction, Adventure, Drama, History
LanguageEN
Budget$35,000,000
Box office$64,811,540 (1.9× budget)
IMDbtt0891527

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Questions

How long is Lions for Lambs?
Lions for Lambs runs 92 minutes (1h 32m).
Is Lions for Lambs worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6/10 across 871 votes, which places it #171 of 208 films released in 2007 in this index (top 18%) and #1746 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed Lions for Lambs?
Lions for Lambs was directed by Robert Redford. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Ordinary People (1980), Quiz Show (1994), A River Runs Through It (1992).
Who stars in Lions for Lambs?
Meryl Streep as Janine Roth; Tom Cruise as Senator Jasper Irving; Robert Redford as Dr. Stephen Malley; Andrew Garfield as Todd Hayes; Michael Peña as Ernest Rodriguez; Derek Luke as Arian Finch.
What is Lions for Lambs rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Lions for Lambs?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/48184.

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