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The Rover (2014)

“Fear the man with nothing left to lose.”

6.3/10 · 1,097 votes 1h 43m r DramaCrime

#198 of 309 films from 2014 #3124 of 3759 in drama

Directed by David Michôd · Written by Joel Edgerton, David Michôd

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Overview

Ten years after a severe economic collapse in the western world, lawlessness reigns and life is cheap. Eric is a lone drifter, and his car is his only possession. When a gang steals it, Eric comes across the injured Rey, left behind by the car thieves. The pair form an unlikely and uneasy alliance.

Cast

Guy Pearceas Eric
Robert Pattinsonas Rey
Scoot McNairyas Henry
David Fieldas Archie
Susan Prioras Dorothy Peeples
Anthony Hayesas Sgt. Rickofferson
Tawanda Manyimoas Caleb
Nash Edgertonas Town Soldier
Gillian Jonesas Grandma
Richard Greenas Storekeeper
Chan Kienas Karaoke
Tek Kong Limas Karaoke
Samuel F. Leeas Acrobat
Mark Duncanas Soldier

Facts

Release dateJune 4, 2014
Runtime103 min (1h 43m) — about the same as the 2014 average of 105 min
GenresDrama, Crime
LanguageEN
Budget$12,250,000
Box office$2,510,007 (0.2× budget)
IMDbtt2345737

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Questions

How long is The Rover?
The Rover runs 103 minutes (1h 43m).
Is The Rover worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.3/10 across 1,097 votes, which places it #198 of 309 films released in 2014 in this index (top 36%) and #3124 among 3759 drama titles.
Who directed The Rover?
The Rover was directed by David Michôd. Other well-rated titles by the same director: The King (2019), Animal Kingdom (2010), War Machine (2017).
Who stars in The Rover?
Guy Pearce as Eric; Robert Pattinson as Rey; Scoot McNairy as Henry; David Field as Archie; Susan Prior as Dorothy Peeples; Anthony Hayes as Sgt. Rickofferson.
What is The Rover rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Rover?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/50643.

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