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Armed Response (2017): Cast, Ratings & Box Office

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Armed Response is a 2017 horror thriller starring Wesley Snipes, Anne Heche and Mo Gallini. It runs 1 hour 33 minutes and earned $52,036 worldwide. Critics gave it 13 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 3.7/10.

IMDb rating
3.7/10
worldwide gross
$52K
Echo Score
17
Metascore
13
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Armed Response (2017) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 33m (93 min)
Genres
Thriller , Horror
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Armed Response About?

The premise of Armed Response without spoilers.

An elite special forces team is deployed to a technologically advanced interrogation facility known as "Temple," an AI-powered complex. They discover a disturbing scene of violence left by a previous squad, hinting at a terrifying ordeal. As the team investigates further, they encounter inexplicable horrors and struggle to distinguish between reality and a waking nightmare, questioning everything they thought they knew.

Armed Response Themes & Keywords

· 50 tags
  • proximity detector
  • prison
  • sensory deprivation
  • video playback
  • bicycle accident
  • facial recognition
  • crushed by a car
  • bulletproof vest
  • death
  • van
  • brutality
  • mercilessness
+38 more
  • kidnapping
  • hostage
  • held at gunpoint
  • rescue
  • escape
  • deception
  • recreational vehicle
  • hit by a car
  • blood splatter
  • gore
  • escape attempt
  • shot in the head
  • shot in the forehead
  • shot in the shoulder
  • shot in the arm
  • shot in the chest
  • shot in the back
  • shot in the leg
  • shot to death
  • war criminal
  • crushed to death
  • gun battle
  • combat
  • afghanistan
  • revelation
  • inside the mind
  • high tech
  • science runs amok
  • power outage
  • security camera
  • surveillance
  • surveillance footage
  • filmed killing
  • corpse
  • police car
  • bathtub
  • one day timespan
  • die hard scenario
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Cast & crew

Armed Response Cast

Wesley Snipes leads the cast, with Anne Heche and Mo Gallini.

Ratings

Armed Response Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Armed Response 13 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 3.7/10. Our Echo Score gives it 17/100, strongest in character & emotion (25) and weakest in rewatch factor (10).

17 /100

Armed Response Echo Score Breakdown

Armed Response demonstrates significant shortcomings across its principal dimensions, resulting in a largely negative reception. The direction and production design exhibit an uninspired aesthetic, while performances feel underdeveloped and lack emotional resonance. Narrative coherence and pacing falter amid predictable plotting, and the audio-visual presentation fails to deliver consistent impact. The combined deficiencies yield minimal replay value and a disappointing viewer experience. Overall, the film struggles to engage or satisfy in any key area.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 20

    Directional choices and production design in Armed Response lack cohesion. Critics note perfunctory execution in editing and a stagnant visual approach, while user feedback highlights average cinematography and uninspired sets. The film’s technical assembly rarely elevates its material, with camera work and cuts contributing little tension. Overall, the art and craft leave a notably underdeveloped aesthetic impression.

  • Character & Emotion 25

    In terms of character depth and acting, the film offers little engagement. Performances are described as lackluster, with primary roles feeling underwritten and actors appearing unenthused. Chemistry is minimal and emotional stakes fail to resonate. Ultimately, the shallow characterization undermines audience investment and yields a distant viewer experience.

  • Story & Flow 15

    When it comes to plot coherence and pacing, Armed Response falters. Reviews consistently cite an incoherent narrative, predictable clichés, and sluggish rhythms that impede tension. Attempts at originality are overshadowed by a disjointed structure and unsatisfying conclusion. In sum, the story and flow generate frustration rather than engagement.

  • Sensory Experience 25

    Regarding sensory experience, the film’s audio-visual elements are uneven. Sound design and soundtrack pass without notable flair, while CGI effects receive criticism for their poor quality despite occasional acceptable moments. The visual style lacks a distinctive identity and fails to reinforce the intended atmosphere. Consequently, the sensory presentation remains uninspired.

  • Rewatch Factor 10

    The film exhibits minimal rewatch appeal due to its underwhelming delivery. With deficient narrative engagement and flat performances, subsequent viewings offer little new appreciation. The absence of memorable sequences or strong thematic hooks diminishes any lasting appeal. Therefore, Armed Response provides negligible incentive for revisiting.

Box office

Armed Response Box Office

Armed Response grossed $52,036 worldwide.

2017 box office

Worldwide gross

$52K

International
$52K
Videos

Armed Response Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Armed Response.

Armed Response Trailer #1 (2017) | Movieclips Indie
Cars

Cars in Armed Response

4 cars on screen, including the Freightliner MT-55 and the 2009 Ford E-350.

  • Freightliner MT-55 in Armed Response Freightliner MT-55 Important role
  • 2009 Ford E-350 in Armed Response 2009 Ford E-350 Minor role
  • 2008 International ProStar LF627 in Armed Response 2008 International ProStar LF627 Minor role
  • AM General HMMWV M1043 in Armed Response AM General HMMWV M1043 Background role
Details

Armed Response Also Known As

21 alternative titles, including “Riposte armée” and “이스케이프 플랜: 코드네임 제로”.

Also known as
  • Riposte armée
  • 이스케이프 플랜: 코드네임 제로
  • ウェズリー・スナイプス シールド・フォース-監獄要塞
  • Temple
  • Zbrojna Odpowiedź
  • Вооружённый ответ
  • El templo (Respuesta Armada)
  • 末路恐慌
  • Resposta Armada
  • Въоръжен отговор
  • Armed Response - Unsichtbarer Feind
  • 聖殿殺陣
+9 more
  • Ένοπλη απάντηση
  • Válaszcsapás
  • תגובה קטלנית
  • Silahlı Cevap
  • El Templo
  • シールド・フォース/監獄要塞
  • Відсіч
  • Lực Lượng Phản Ứng
  • El temple

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FAQ

Armed Response FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Armed Response, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Armed Response?

Armed Response runs 1 hour 33 minutes (93 minutes).

When was Armed Response released?

Armed Response was released on August 4, 2017.

Who is in the cast of Armed Response?

Armed Response stars Wesley Snipes, Anne Heche and Mo Gallini, among 10 credited actors.

How much did Armed Response make at the box office?

Armed Response grossed $52,036 worldwide.

How is Armed Response rated?

Armed Response has 3.7/10 on IMDb, 13 on Metacritic, 51% on TMDB and 2.3/5 on Letterboxd.

Does Armed Response have a post-credit scene?

No. Armed Response has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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