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Red State (2011)

โ€œFear God.โ€

6.1/10 ยท 1,078 votes 1h 28m r ActionThrillerHorror

#176 of 249 films from 2011 #1600 of 2168 in action

Directed by Kevin Smith ยท Written by Kevin Smith

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Overview

Set in Middle America, a group of teens receive an online invitation for sex, though they soon encounter Christian fundamentalists with a much more sinister agenda.

Cast

Michael Parksas Pastor Abin Cooper
John Goodmanas Joseph Keenan
Melissa Leoas Sara
Michael Angaranoas Travis
Kyle Gallneras Jarod
Nicholas Braunas Billy-Ray
Kerry Bishรฉas Cheyenne
Stephen Rootas Sherrif Wynan
Matt Jonesas Deputy Pete
Kevin Alejandroas Harry, the Tactical Agent
Ralph Garmanas Caleb
Anna Gunnas Travis' Mother
Kevin Pollakas ASAC Brooks
Betty Aberlinas Abigail

Facts

Release dateAugust 19, 2011
Runtime88 min (1h 28m) โ€” shorter as the 2011 average of 103 min
GenresAction, Thriller, Horror
LanguageEN
Budget$4,000,000
Box office$1,104,682 (0.3ร— budget)
IMDbtt0873886

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Questions

How long is Red State?
Red State runs 88 minutes (1h 28m), short enough for a weeknight.
Is Red State worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.1/10 across 1,078 votes, which places it #176 of 249 films released in 2011 in this index (top 30%) and #1600 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed Red State?
Red State was directed by Kevin Smith. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Clerks (1994), Dogma (1999), Clerks II (2006).
Who stars in Red State?
Michael Parks as Pastor Abin Cooper; John Goodman as Joseph Keenan; Melissa Leo as Sara; Michael Angarano as Travis; Kyle Gallner as Jarod; Nicholas Braun as Billy-Ray.
What is Red State rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Red State?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/8421.

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