National Security (2003): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
National Security is a 2003 action thriller directed by Dennis Dugan, starring Colm Feore, Steve Zahn and Martin Lawrence. It runs 1 hour 28 minutes and earned $50.1 million worldwide. Critics gave it 31 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.6/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 28m (88 min)
- Director
- Dennis Dugan
- Original language
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Korean - Studio
- Columbia Pictures
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is National Security About?
The premise of National Security without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Kim Jong Tae, a prominent leader of a democratic movement, finds himself targeted by relentless interrogators determined to force a confession. Subjected to brutal physical and psychological torture over a grueling 22-day period, he faces an intense battle for survival. The interrogators employ increasingly aggressive methods, pushing Kim to his breaking point as he struggles to maintain his resolve and resist their pressure. His unwavering spirit is tested to the absolute limit in this high-stakes thriller.
National Security Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- los angeles police department
- lapd
- race relations
- corrupt cop
- firefight
- cop killer
- death of a partner
- shot in the back
- officer down
- freeway
- interracial relationship
- allergic reaction
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- stolen cop car
- hotwiring
- resisting arrest
- beating
- jail sentence
- ex convict
- police detective
- misunderstanding
- los angeles police academy
- burial
- metal alloy
- wound
- latex gloves
- blowtorch
- buddy cop crime
- falling off a cliff
- buddy cop comedy
- police action
- security guard
- montage
- 2000s
- machismo
- gas explosion
- ex cop
- police shootout
- academy
- police car
- police chase
- glock
- target
- gangster
- stylized violence
- semiautomatic pistol
- pistol
- sidekick
- comic sidekick
- two man army
- buddy movie
National Security Cast
Colm Feore leads the cast, with Steve Zahn and Martin Lawrence. Directed by Dennis Dugan.
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Director Dennis Dugan
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National Security Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave National Security 31 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.6/10.
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IMDb 5.6 /10
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Metacritic 31 Metascore
User score 5.9
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TMDB 59% User score
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National Security Plot Summary
What happens in National Security from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Two LAPD officers, Hank Rafferty and Charlie Reed, dive into the investigation of a warehouse robbery that takes a tragic turn when Charlie is murdered by one of the thieves, leaving Hank with a vivid memory of the tattoo on the killer’s arm. Concurrently, Earl Montgomery is desperate to fulfill his ambition of becoming a police officer, but his dreams are dashed after a catastrophic mishap during the police academy leads to his expulsion. Earl’s arrogance and racial biases fuel his disdain for others, and one reckless incident leads to chaos when he inadvertently jumps from his car to cuff an instructor, igniting an explosion that seals his fate.
Full summary
The whole story of National Security, scene by scene
National Security Box Office
National Security grossed $50.1 million worldwide. $36.4 million came from the US and Canada and $13.7 million (27%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$50.1M
- US & Canada
- $36.4M
- International
- $13.7M
National Security Trailers & Videos
The trailer of National Security.
How Well Do You Know National Security?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
Question 1 of 10
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What is the name of the LAPD officer investigating Charlie Reed's murder?
Cars in National Security
90 cars on screen, including the 1992 Ford Econoline and the 1987 Chevrolet Camaro.
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1987 Chevrolet Camaro Important role -
1987 Chevrolet Caprice Important role -
1995 Chevrolet Corsica Important role
National Security Also Known As
29 alternative titles, including “Seguridad nacional” and “Nemzetbiztonság Bt”.
- Also known as
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- Seguridad nacional
- Nemzetbiztonság Bt
- Segurança Nacional
- Policajti na baterky
- Национальная бeзопасность
- 国安保安
- 내셔널 시큐리티
- Nemzetbiztonság Bt.
- Parasol bezpieczeństwa
- Национальная безопасность
- National Security - Sei in buone mani
- Veijareita vai vartijoita?
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- 国家保安
- Εθνική Ασφάλεια
- Siguranță națională
- שוטרים ללא הפסקה
- Ченгета без значки
- Bela İş Başında
- Nacionalinis saugumas
- 내쇼날 시큐리티
- Državna varnost
- امنیت ملی
- 終極寶鑣
- Національна безпека
- An Ninh Quốc Gia
- ナショナル・セキュリティ
- Seguretat nacional
- คู่แสบ ป่วนเมือง
- Državna sigurnost
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National Security FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, post-credit scenes and language of National Security, each answered in a sentence.
How long is National Security?
National Security runs 1 hour 28 minutes (88 minutes).
When was National Security released?
National Security was released on January 17, 2003.
Who directed National Security?
National Security was directed by Dennis Dugan.
More films by Dennis Dugan Who is in the cast of National Security?
National Security stars Colm Feore, Steve Zahn and Martin Lawrence.
How much did National Security make at the box office?
National Security grossed $50.1 million worldwide ($36.4 million domestic, $13.7 million international).
How is National Security rated?
National Security has 5.6/10 on IMDb, 31 on Metacritic and 59% on TMDB.
Does National Security have a post-credit scene?
No. National Security has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is National Security in?
The original language of National Security is Korean.
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