The Contender
"Sometimes you can assassinate a leader without firing a shot."
Originally released in 2000. The Contender is a drama/thriller film. directed by Rod Lurie. With a runtime of 2h 6m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Joan Allen, Gary Oldman, and Jeff Bridges
Synopsis
The vice president is dead, and as the president makes his choice for a replacement, a secret contest of wills is being waged by a formidable rival. When Senator Laine Hanson is nominated as the first woman in history to hold the office, hidden agendas explode into a battle for power.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 13, 2000
25 years ago
Runtime
2h 6m
126 minutes total
User Rating
6.7/10
Good (255 votes)
Budget
$20M
Production budget
Box Office
$22.4M
1.1x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
Germany
+ 2 more
Director
Top Cast
Joan Allen
as Laine Hanson
Gary Oldman
as Shelly Runyon
Jeff Bridges
as President Jackson Evans
Christian Slater
as Reginald Webster
Sam Elliott
as Kermit Newman
William Petersen
as Jack Hathaway
Saul Rubinek
as Jerry Tolliver
Philip Baker Hall
as Oscar Billings
Robin Thomas
as William Hanson
Kathryn Morris
as Paige Willomina
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $20,000,000
- Revenue
- $22,428,990
Production Companies
- Cinerenta
- Cinecontender Internationale
- Battleplan Productions
- SE8 Group
- DreamWorks Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Contender about?
The vice president is dead, and as the president makes his choice for a replacement, a secret contest of wills is being waged by a formidable rival. When Senator Laine Hanson is nominated as the fi...
Who directed The Contender?
The Contender was directed by Rod Lurie.
How long is The Contender?
The Contender has a runtime of 2 hours and 6 minutes (126 minutes total).
When was The Contender released?
The Contender was released on October 13, 2000 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Contender?
The main cast of The Contender includes Joan Allen, Gary Oldman, Jeff Bridges, Christian Slater, Sam Elliott.
Is The Contender worth watching?
The Contender has a user rating of 6.7/10 based on 255 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.