The Call Up
"This time it's for real"
Originally released in 2016. The Call Up is a adventure/action film. directed by Charles Barker.
Starring Max Deacon, Morfydd Clark, and Ali Cook
Synopsis
When a group of elite online gamers each receive a mysterious invitation to trial a state-of-the-art virtual reality video game, it’s a dream come true and impossible to resist. Arriving at the test site, the group step into hi-tech gear and prepare for a revolutionary, next-level gaming experience that brings modern warfare to life with frightening realism. At first it’s a unique and exhilarating experience. But what starts out like a dream encounter with cutting edge technology quickly takes a turn for the sinister. Once the group are attacked by enemy combatants, they soon realize this is no game after all. Make a mistake here and you pay with your life. Now these masters of the shoot ‘em up will have to fight for survival within a game gone bad, but this time it’s for real.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 20, 2016
9 years ago
Runtime
1h 30m
90 minutes total
User Rating
5.1/10
Mixed (146 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Pont Neuf Productions
- Red & Black Films
- Creative England
- Stigma Films
- Marzipan Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Call Up about?
When a group of elite online gamers each receive a mysterious invitation to trial a state-of-the-art virtual reality video game, it’s a dream come true and impossible to resist. Arriving at the t...
Who directed The Call Up?
The Call Up was directed by Charles Barker.
How long is The Call Up?
The Call Up has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).
When was The Call Up released?
The Call Up was released on May 20, 2016 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Call Up?
The main cast of The Call Up includes Max Deacon, Morfydd Clark, Ali Cook, Chris Obi, Tom Benedict Knight.
Is The Call Up worth watching?
The Call Up has a user rating of 5.1/10 based on 146 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.