Redemption Day (2021): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Redemption Day is a 2021 action thriller directed by Hicham Hajji, starring Gary Dourdan as Brad Paxton, Serinda Swan and Brice Bexter. It runs 1 hour 39 minutes and earned $106,365 worldwide. Critics gave it 14% on Rotten Tomatoes and 22 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 4.5/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 39m (99 min)
- Director
- Hicham Hajji
- Original language
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English
- Studio
- Saban Films
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Redemption Day About?
The premise of Redemption Day without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A decorated U.S. Marine Captain is pulled back into action when his wife is kidnapped by terrorists in Morocco. Determined to rescue her, he embarks on a dangerous mission, confronting formidable odds and grappling with past traumas. He must overcome perilous challenges to save the woman he loves and find a measure of redemption.
Redemption Day Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- terrorist
- reference to isis
- waking up from a nightmare
- co written by director
- writer director producer
- new york city
- jebel irhoud morocco
- video call
- watching football on tv
- abduction
- reference to jackie chan
- shot in the head
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- shot to death
- hostage
- president of the united states
- ambassador
- algeria
- rescue mission
- at tanf syria
- two word title
- open ended
- suspense
- electronic music score
- 2020s
- murder
- death
- violence
- brutality
- mercilessness
- kidnapping
- exploding building
- held at gunpoint
- rescue
- deception
- ambush
- blood
- blood splatter
- near death experience
- attempted murder
- race against time
- survival
- fear
- paranoia
- danger
- panic
- following someone
- shot in the forehead
- shot in the chest
- shot in the back
- mission
Redemption Day Cast & Characters
Gary Dourdan leads the cast as Brad Paxton, with Serinda Swan as Kate Paxton and Brice Bexter as Younes Laalej. Directed by Hicham Hajji; 10 actors are credited in all.
- Director Hicham Hajji
- Gary Dourdan as Brad Paxton
- Serinda Swan as Kate Paxton
- Brice Bexter as Younes Laalej
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Martin Donovan as Tom Fitzgerald
Also Starring in Redemption Day
· 6 more- Andy Garcia Ambassador Earl Williams
- Samy Naceri Jaafar El Hadi
- Ernie Hudson Ed Paxton
- Robert Knepper Mr. Key
- Don Bigg Officer Issam
- Jay Footlik US President
More from Hicham Hajji
One more film directed by Hicham Hajji: The Lost Princess.
Redemption Day Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Redemption Day 14% on Rotten Tomatoes and 22 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 4.5/10. Our Echo Score gives it 29/100, strongest in character & emotion (45) and weakest in story & flow (15).
Redemption Day Echo Score Breakdown
Overall, Redemption Day struggles with a conventional structure and uneven execution throughout. While a handful of action set pieces deliver intermittent thrills, the narrative is weighed down by clichéd plotting, slow pacing, and superficial stereotyping. A few striking set landscapes offer brief visual interest, but sound design and editing choices further erode coherence. On balance, the experience remains constrained by uninspired storytelling and inconsistent craftsmanship.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 30
In terms of art and craft, the film exhibits uneven technical execution. Directorial choices appear tentative, and editing omits narrative clarity, leading to confusing transitions. The cinematography occasionally shines through scenic landscape shots, yet production design offers few distinctive elements. Overall, art and craft elements fail to establish a cohesive visual identity.
- Character & Emotion 45
In terms of character and emotion, performances are serviceable but lack depth. The central pair displays moments of genuine connection, yet supporting roles feel underdeveloped, limiting emotional resonance. Chemistry arises sporadically but cannot overcome stilted dialogue and minimal character growth. Overall, character and emotion never fully engage beyond brief, isolated sequences.
- Story & Flow 15
In terms of story and flow, the plot relies heavily on familiar tropes and predictable developments. Pacing fluctuates, with drawn-out flashback sequences disrupting narrative momentum. Dialogues often feel superficial, and narrative twists lack originality. As a result, engagement wanes well before the conclusion. Overall, story and flow undercut the film’s potential appeal.
- Sensory Experience 35
In terms of sensory experience, the film features an intrusive musical score that frequently overwhelms dialogue. Sound design lacks subtlety, contributing to moments of auditory fatigue. Visually, occasional landscape compositions provide striking counterpoints, but inconsistent lighting and tonal shifts diminish cohesion. Overall, sensory elements struggle to support or enhance the narrative impact.
- Rewatch Factor 20
In terms of rewatch factor, the film offers limited incentives for repeat viewings. While sporadic action sequences may retain brief interest, they lack sufficient originality to encourage further engagement. Narrative shortcomings and uneven technical execution overshadow any incremental enjoyment that might emerge on subsequent viewings. Overall, the film’s lasting appeal remains minimal.
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IMDb 4.5 /10
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Rotten Tomatoes 14% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 49%
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Metacritic 22 Metascore
User score 6.5
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TMDB 59% User score
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Letterboxd 2.3 /5
1 ratings
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Movie Insider 3.9 /5
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Redemption Day Plot Summary
What happens in Redemption Day 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
U.S. Marine Corps Captain Brad Paxton is living with his wife, Kate Paxton, an archaeologist, and their daughter in New York City. He remains haunted by the shadows of his experiences in Syria. Following a speech at a conference, Kate journeys to Morocco for an archaeological project, where she encounters Jean Rashidi, a French-Algerian archaeologist. As Kate and her team venture into the desert in search of an ancient city, they inadvertently cross into Algeria’s borders. This unfortunate mistake leads to their kidnapping by local insurgents, although Moroccan Amir Jadid is released shortly after.
Full summary
The whole story of Redemption Day, scene by scene
Redemption Day Box Office
Redemption Day grossed $106,365 worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$106.4K
- International
- $106.4K
Redemption Day Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Redemption Day.
How Well Do You Know Redemption Day?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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Cars in Redemption Day
30 cars on screen, including the 1985 AM General HMMWV M1025 and the Mercedes-Benz T1.
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2009 Toyota Hilux Important role
Redemption Day Also Known As
21 alternative titles, including “День розплати” and “리뎀션 데이”.
- Also known as
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- День розплати
- 리뎀션 데이
- 救赎之日
- Спаситель
- El Rescate [Día De La Redención]
- Día de redención
- Μέρα Εξιλέωσης
- Cuộc Giải Cứu Sinh Tử
- יום הגאולה
- A megváltás napja
- Dan iskupljenja
- Rétribution
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- O Resgate: O Dia da Redenção
- Спасител
- Dzień odkupienia
- 救贖之日
- Дан откупа
- Atpirkimo diena
- Deň vykúpenia
- Dan odrešenja
- ネイビーシールズ -全滅領域-
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Redemption Day FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Redemption Day, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Redemption Day?
Redemption Day runs 1 hour 39 minutes (99 minutes).
When was Redemption Day released?
Redemption Day was released on January 8, 2021.
Who directed Redemption Day?
Redemption Day was directed by Hicham Hajji.
More films by Hicham Hajji Who is in the cast of Redemption Day?
Redemption Day stars Gary Dourdan as Brad Paxton, Serinda Swan as Kate Paxton and Brice Bexter as Younes Laalej, among 10 credited actors.
How much did Redemption Day make at the box office?
Redemption Day grossed $106,365 worldwide.
How is Redemption Day rated?
Redemption Day has 4.5/10 on IMDb, 14% on Rotten Tomatoes, 22 on Metacritic and 59% on TMDB.
Does Redemption Day have a post-credit scene?
No. Redemption Day has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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