Overrun (2021): Cast & Ratings
Overrun is a 2021 action film directed by Josh Tessier, starring Bruce Dern as Arkadi Dubkova, Robert Miano and Nicholas Turturro. It runs 1 hour 45 minutes. Critics gave it 57% on Rotten Tomatoes, and IMDb users rate it 4.2/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 45m (105 min)
- Director
- Josh Tessier
- Genre
- Action
- Original language
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English
- Studio
- Strike Back Studios
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Overrun About?
The premise of Overrun without spoilers.
A seasoned hitman finds his world turned upside down after a failed assignment. Now targeted by the very mob boss he served, he’s plunged into a desperate fight for survival. Forced to use all his skills and cunning, he must evade the relentless pursuit and outwit a ruthless adversary in a deadly game of cat and mouse where one wrong move means certain death.
Overrun Themes & Keywords
· 33 tags- stabbed
- gangsters
- booby trap
- shot point blank
- gambling debt
- ford crown victoria police car
- dumped body
- forensic team
- rubik's cube
- underground lair
- safecracking
- kidnapping
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- russian mob
- ford ranger
- bounty on one's head
- hand grenade
- computer genius
- police code 217
- junkyard
- zapped in the crotch
- hitman
- hitwoman
- corrupt cop
- macallan single malt
- tactical vest
- walk in freezer
- torture
- cemetery
- visiting a grave
- unicorn costume
- kicking in a door
- body in a car trunk
- family relationships
Overrun Cast & Characters
Bruce Dern leads the cast as Arkadi Dubkova, with Robert Miano as Ray Barren and Nicholas Turturro as Doc. Directed by Josh Tessier; 10 actors are credited in all.
- Director Josh Tessier
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Bruce Dern as Arkadi Dubkova -
Robert Miano as Ray Barren -
Nicholas Turturro as Doc -
Johnny Messner as Detective Blake Finning
Also Starring in Overrun
· 6 more- Jack Griffo Auggy Riggs
- William Katt Detective Ed Dobbs
- Chris Tallman Detective James Walsh
- Omid Zader Marcus Lombardi
- Haley Strode Officer Ellen Burke
- Chelsey Goldsmith Reyna Lombardi
Overrun Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Overrun 57% on Rotten Tomatoes, and IMDb users rate it 4.2/10. Our Echo Score gives it 45/100, strongest in sensory experience (55) and weakest in story & flow (40).
Overrun Echo Score Breakdown
Overrun delivers a brisk action premise but struggles to rise above formulaic tropes, resulting in a viewing experience that feels more tedious than thrilling. Critics acknowledge competent stunt work and occasional visual flair, yet the majority of user feedback highlights weak acting, predictable story beats, and a lack of emotional depth. The film’s modest production values occasionally shine, but they are insufficient to mask its overall shortcomings. Consequently, the movie offers limited appeal beyond casual genre fans.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 50
Regarding art and craft, the film benefits from crisp stunt choreography and a clean visual palette that occasionally feels polished. Critics note the well‑shot action sequences and competent editing, while some viewers criticize the overly sterile cinematography that reduces atmospheric depth. Production design is functional but uninspired, resulting in a mixed impression of technical competence versus generic presentation.
- Character & Emotion 45
Character and emotion suffer from uneven performances that undermine audience engagement. Numerous users cite consistently poor acting, flat dialogue, and lack of chemistry among the cast. A few reviewers, however, point to the lead’s likable presence and moments of witty banter that add modest charm. Overall, the character work leans heavily toward deficiency, offering only sporadic highlights.
- Story & Flow 40
In terms of story and flow, the narrative feels derivative and predictable, with many reviewers calling it a collection of cliches. Plot holes and weak pacing further dilute tension, while a handful of viewers appreciate the simple, quirky premise that enables a breezy, fast‑paced ride. The overall assessment tilts toward a shallow and underdeveloped storyline.
- Sensory Experience 55
The sensory experience offers occasional highs, such as visceral stunt work and well‑executed fight sequences that showcase effective sound design. Visuals are clean but sometimes overly polished, reducing gritty atmosphere. While the soundtrack remains unremarkable, the overall audio‑visual mix delivers competent, if unexceptional, immersion that prevents the film from feeling entirely flat.
- Rewatch Factor 45
The rewatch factor is limited, as the film's novelty quickly wanes amidst repetitive action and a thin plot. Some viewers enjoy the occasional quirky moments and well‑choreographed fights enough to recommend a second viewing with friends, but the predominance of predictable sequences and weak characters reduces incentive for repeat engagement. Overall, repeat appeal remains modest.
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IMDb 4.2 /10
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Rotten Tomatoes 57% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 55%
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TMDB 53% User score
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Overrun Trailers & Videos
7 videos: 1 trailer, 1 teaser and 5 clips.
- Teaser Teaser Trailer
- Clip You Can't Run
- Clip Sibling Love
- Clip The Crime Scene
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Overrun FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, ratings and post-credit scenes of Overrun, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Overrun?
Overrun runs 1 hour 45 minutes (105 minutes).
When was Overrun released?
Overrun was released on August 17, 2021.
Who directed Overrun?
Overrun was directed by Josh Tessier.
More films by Josh Tessier Who is in the cast of Overrun?
Overrun stars Bruce Dern as Arkadi Dubkova, Robert Miano as Ray Barren and Nicholas Turturro as Doc, among 10 credited actors.
How is Overrun rated?
Overrun has 4.2/10 on IMDb, 57% on Rotten Tomatoes and 53% on TMDB.
Does Overrun have a post-credit scene?
No. Overrun has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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