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Redcon-1 (2019): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Where to Watch

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Redcon-1 is a 2019 action thriller directed by Chee Keong Cheung, starring Oris Erhuero as CAPT Marcus Stanton, Mark Strange and Michael Sheehan. It runs 1 hour 55 minutes and earned $321,492 worldwide. Critics gave it 36% on Rotten Tomatoes. Stream it on Amazon MX Player and Amazon Prime Video, or rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

Rotten Tomatoes
36%
worldwide gross
$321.5K
Echo Score
38
Redcon-1 (2019) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 55m (115 min)
Genres
Action , Thriller , Horror
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Redcon-1 About?

The premise of Redcon-1 without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

Facing a global pandemic, an elite team undertakes a dangerous mission to rescue a vital scientist from a heavily quarantined area. Their objective is to secure the scientist's expertise, which holds the key to stopping the rapidly spreading virus. The team must navigate treacherous conditions and confront the infected while searching for the only potential solution to save humanity.

Where to watch

Where to Watch Redcon-1

Stream it on Amazon MX Player and Amazon Prime Video, or rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. US availability and prices from JustWatch.

Streaming availability in the US, powered by JustWatch logo

Cast & crew

Redcon-1 Cast & Characters

Oris Erhuero leads the cast as CAPT Marcus Stanton, with Mark Strange as LIEUT Frank Perez and Michael Sheehan as LIEUT Rodrigo Gonzalez. Directed by Chee Keong Cheung; 10 actors are credited in all.

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Ratings

Redcon-1 Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Redcon-1 36% on Rotten Tomatoes. Our Echo Score gives it 38/100, strongest in sensory experience (55) and weakest in character & emotion (25).

38 /100

Redcon-1 Echo Score Breakdown

Redcon-1 struggles to deliver a coherent narrative or engaging performances despite occasional flashes of technical ambition. The film’s direction and staging show promise in select action set pieces, and the vivid gore effects intermittently energize the spectacle. However, sluggish pacing, predictable plotting, and underdeveloped characters prevent sustained immersion. Combined with a disjointed score and weak emotional resonance, the movie ultimately leaves limited lasting impression.

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

  • Art & Craft 40

    In terms of direction and production design, Redcon-1 exhibits occasional ambition but suffers from uneven execution. Some sequences demonstrate a clear sense of scale and dynamic staging, while other moments reveal technical shortcomings in cinematography and editing. Promising shot compositions are undercut by basic flaws in production quality and inconsistent visual polish. Overall, the craft feels unsteady rather than fully realized.

  • Character & Emotion 25

    When it comes to acting and character depth, Redcon-1 largely underdelivers, presenting thinly drawn protagonists with limited emotional resonance. Performances fluctuate between faceless grunts and forced sentiment, offering few moments of genuine chemistry. Dialogue rarely sustains authentic connection, rendering interpersonal stakes insubstantial. The result is a cast of forgettable figures lacking lasting impact.

  • Story & Flow 30

    In terms of plot coherence and flow, the film adheres to well-worn zombie tropes with predictable twists and repetitive structure. Flashback sequences and slow-motion inserts disrupt narrative momentum, leading to a sluggish pacing that diminishes engagement. Although the premise carries latent potential, the script fails to capitalize on its variety of locations and settings. Overall, the storytelling feels disjointed and unoriginal.

  • Sensory Experience 55

    In the sensory domain, Redcon-1 delivers vivid gore effects that intermittently energize the viewing experience. However, the violent visuals are counterbalanced by a disjointed soundscape and an uneven musical score that at times undercuts tension. Slow-motion spatter sequences obscure action clarity, while overindulgent audio cues distract rather than enhance. Consequently, the overall sensory impact is inconsistent.

  • Rewatch Factor 35

    In terms of rewatch appeal, the film offers limited incentive for repeated viewings due to its narrative and emotional shortcomings. Occasional thrills from scale and gore provide brief enjoyment, but the lack of compelling characters and uneven pacing diminish lasting appeal. Overall, viewers are unlikely to revisit the movie once its initial spectacle has passed.

Plot

Redcon-1 Plot Summary

What happens in Redcon-1 from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

As chaos engulfs Britain, a mysterious virus wreaks havoc, transforming ordinary citizens into relentless undead creatures. The outbreak, which initiated in a southern England prison, spreads with an unstoppable force. In response, a joint British-American special forces unit is assembled, consisting of Captain Marcus Stanton, Lieutenant Frank Perez, Lieutenant Rodrigo Gonzalez, and several other seasoned operatives. Their perilous mission? To extract Dr. Julian Raynes, the only hope for a viable cure to the escalating crisis.

Full summary

The whole story of Redcon-1, scene by scene

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Box office

Redcon-1 Box Office

Redcon-1 grossed $321,492 worldwide.

2019 box office

Worldwide gross

$321.5K

International
$321.5K
Videos

Redcon-1 Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Redcon-1.

Redcon-1: Official Trailer
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Redcon-1?

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 event triggered the chaos in Britain?

Cars

Cars in Redcon-1

65 cars on screen, including the Alvis FV 101 Scorpion and the AM General HMMWV M1044.

All 65 cars
  • Alvis FV 101 Scorpion in Redcon-1 Alvis FV 101 Scorpion Important role
  • AM General HMMWV M1044 in Redcon-1 AM General HMMWV M1044 Important role
  • 2009 Ford Transit MkV in Redcon-1 2009 Ford Transit MkV Important role
  • 2000 Ford Fiesta MkIV in Redcon-1 2000 Ford Fiesta MkIV Minor role
Details

Redcon-1 Also Known As

10 alternative titles, including “屍控警戒” and “Карантин Z”.

Also known as
  • 屍控警戒
  • Карантин Z
  • 尸控警戒
  • Redcon-1 - Apocalipsis Zombie
  • 런던워Z: 레드콘
  • Zona De Quarentena
  • Apocalipsis zombie
  • Redcon-1- Army of the Dead
  • Apokalipsa Zombie
  • REDCON-1 レッドコン1 戦闘最大警戒レベル

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FAQ

Redcon-1 FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Box Office

Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Redcon-1, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Redcon-1?

Redcon-1 runs 1 hour 55 minutes (115 minutes).

When was Redcon-1 released?

Redcon-1 was released on May 3, 2019.

Who directed Redcon-1?

Redcon-1 was directed by Chee Keong Cheung.

More films by Chee Keong Cheung

Who is in the cast of Redcon-1?

Redcon-1 stars Oris Erhuero as CAPT Marcus Stanton, Mark Strange as LIEUT Frank Perez and Michael Sheehan as LIEUT Rodrigo Gonzalez, among 10 credited actors.

Where can I watch Redcon-1?

In the US, Redcon-1 is streaming on Amazon MX Player, Amazon Prime Video and Fandango at Home Free and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home (availability from JustWatch).

How much did Redcon-1 make at the box office?

Redcon-1 grossed $321,492 worldwide.

How is Redcon-1 rated?

Redcon-1 has 36% on Rotten Tomatoes, 57% on TMDB and 2.1/5 on Letterboxd.

Does Redcon-1 have a post-credit scene?

No. Redcon-1 has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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