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The Hunted (2003)

“Some men should not be found.”

6.2/10 · 947 votes 1h 34m r ActionThrillerDramaCrime

#100 of 156 films from 2003 #1485 of 2168 in action

Directed by William Friedkin · Written by Art Monterastelli, David Griffiths, Peter Griffiths

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Overview

In the wilderness of British Columbia, two hunters are tracked and viciously murdered by Aaron Hallam. A former Special Operations instructor is approached and asked to apprehend Hallam—his former student—who has 'gone rogue' after suffering severe battle stress from his time in Kosovo.

Cast

Tommy Lee Jonesas L.T. Bonham
Benicio del Toroas Aaron Hallam
Connie Nielsenas Abby Durrell
Leslie Stefansonas Irene Kravitz
John Finnas Ted Chenoweth
Mark Pellegrinoas Dale Hewitt
Ron Canadaas Harry Van Zandt
José Zúñigaas Bobby Moret
Jenna Boydas Loretta Kravitz
Rex Linnas Powell
Aaron DeConeas Stokes
Lonny Chapmanas Zander
Eddie Velezas Richards
Carrick O'Quinnas Kohler

Facts

Release dateMarch 11, 2003
Runtime94 min (1h 34m) — shorter as the 2003 average of 107 min
GenresAction, Thriller, Drama, Crime
LanguageEN
Budget$55,000,000
Box office$34,234,008 (0.6× budget)
IMDbtt0269347

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Questions

How long is The Hunted?
The Hunted runs 94 minutes (1h 34m).
Is The Hunted worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.2/10 across 947 votes, which places it #100 of 156 films released in 2003 in this index (top 37%) and #1485 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed The Hunted?
The Hunted was directed by William Friedkin. Other well-rated titles by the same director: The Exorcist (1973), Sorcerer (1977), The French Connection (1971).
Who stars in The Hunted?
Tommy Lee Jones as L.T. Bonham; Benicio del Toro as Aaron Hallam; Connie Nielsen as Abby Durrell; Leslie Stefanson as Irene Kravitz; John Finn as Ted Chenoweth; Mark Pellegrino as Dale Hewitt.
What is The Hunted rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Hunted?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/5910.

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