Rogue (2020): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Rogue is a 2020 action film directed by Michael J. Bassett, starring Megan Fox as Samantha O'Hara, Brandon Auret and Philip Winchester. It runs 1 hour 45 minutes and earned $242,884 worldwide. Critics gave it 62% on Rotten Tomatoes, and IMDb users rate it 4.2/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 45m (105 min)
- Director
- Michael J. Bassett
- Genre
- Action
- Original language
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English
- Studio
- Lionsgate
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Rogue About?
The premise of Rogue without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Deep within Africa, a skilled mercenary leads his team on a dangerous mission to rescue hostages held by merciless captors. Facing relentless opposition and constant threats, the team must navigate treacherous landscapes and overcome brutal forces in a high-stakes battle for survival where courage and skill are pushed to their limits.
Rogue Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- mercenary
- sex slave
- lioness
- suspense
- female protagonist
- poacher
- rescue mission
- animal killing
- action heroine
- female warrior
- female mercenary
- soldier
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- army
- female commando
- commando mission
- violence
- brutality
- kidnapping
- south african
- gore
- hunter
- animal cruelty
- animal extinction
- wildlife poaching
- illegal trade
- animal attack
- human trafficking
- fire fight
- night vision
- farm
- lion cub
- cgi animal in live action film
- one word title
- f rated
- written by director
- title at the end
- opening action scene
- one against many
- showdown
- final showdown
- elephant
- gunfight
- muslim
- sociopath
- anti heroine
- f word
- profanity
- reference to the backstreet boys
- singing
- shootout
Rogue Cast & Characters
Megan Fox leads the cast as Samantha O'Hara, with Brandon Auret as Elijah Dekker and Philip Winchester as Joey Kasinski. Directed by Michael J. Bassett; 10 actors are credited in all.
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Director Michael J. Bassett
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Megan Fox as Samantha O'Hara -
Brandon Auret as Elijah Dekker -
Philip Winchester as Joey Kasinski -
Greg Kriek as Mike Barasa
Also Starring in Rogue
· 6 more- Kenneth Fok Bo Yinn
- Sisanda Henna Pata
- Jessica Sutton Asilia Wilson
- Adam Deacon Zalaam
- Calliope Jane Taylor
- Lee-Anne Liebenberg TJ
More from Michael J. Bassett
More films directed by Michael J. Bassett, best-rated first: Solomon Kane, Inside Man: Most Wanted, Endangered Species and Silent Hill: Revelation 3D.
Rogue Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Rogue 62% on Rotten Tomatoes, and IMDb users rate it 4.2/10. Our Echo Score gives it 39/100, strongest in story & flow (50) and weakest in character & emotion (30).
Rogue Echo Score Breakdown
Rogue delivers energetic action moments but struggles with uneven execution overall. Reviews praise director MJ Bassett’s clear approach to the horror/war hybrid and effective set pieces, yet frequently cite sloppy pacing and inconsistency in production quality. Critics and viewers note enthusiasm in visual tension tempered by weak cinematography and rough editing. The net impression is a film that entertains sporadically but remains hindered by technical shortcomings and uneven craft.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 40
Art & Craft in Rogue is marked by occasional strong directorial clarity but marred by uneven technical execution. In terms of direction, some scenes display coherent staging and deliberate framing, yet cinematography often lacks polish. Production design supports the African grassland setting, but editing feels choppy in key sequences. The overall craft leans toward functional rather than refined.
- Character & Emotion 30
When it comes to character and emotion, Rogue offers limited depth amid action-driven focus. Acting by the lead receives mixed reactions, with some noting emotional engagement but many finding performances unconvincing. Character development is minimal, with few relationships explored beyond surface motivations. The result is a cast that delivers basic effort without resonating strongly on an emotional level.
- Story & Flow 50
Story & Flow is uneven, combining engaging action pacing with structural weaknesses. Plot coherence suffers from abrupt jumps into conflict and underdeveloped setup, yet non‐stop sequences maintain momentum. Originality is modest, drawing familiar animal-attack tropes without substantial novelty. Overall engagement fluctuates between tense thrills and narrative gaps, producing a mixed experience that balances excitement with storytelling flaws.
- Sensory Experience 35
Sensory Experience offers visceral moments of graphic violence but is undermined by inconsistent effects. The soundtrack and sound design heighten tension during key attacks, yet special-effects quality varies widely, with CGI work often criticized. Visual style shows potential through gritty action lighting, but cohesion is hindered by uneven production values. The sensory impact is intense yet technically irregular.
- Rewatch Factor 40
Rewatch Factor remains modest due to the film’s uneven balance of thrills and flaws. Replay value benefits from relentless action sequences and occasional compelling tension, though weak writing and technical inconsistencies limit lasting appeal. Viewers acknowledge moments of excitement, but repetitive structure and lack of deeper character or narrative layers reduce incentive for subsequent viewings. The overall replay potential is limited.
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IMDb 4.2 /10
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Rotten Tomatoes 62% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 38%
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TMDB 56% User score
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Letterboxd 2.2 /5
2 ratings
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Movie Insider 4.4 /5
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Rogue Plot Summary
What happens in Rogue from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 16 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Within the breathtaking grasslands of East Africa, we follow the gripping journey of a fierce mercenary named Samantha “Sam” O’Hara, who is commanding a high-stakes mission alongside a diverse team of multinational mercenaries. This dedicated crew features the loyal yet resilient Elijah Dekker, the spirited Joey Kasinski, the confrontational Mike Barasa, the skilled Bo Yinn, and the complex figure of Pata, a former jihadist and member of the Masaai tribe. Their objective is to execute a dangerous rescue mission aimed at saving Asilia Wilson, the teenage daughter of a local governor, who has been forcibly kidnapped alongside her classmates Chloe and Tessa by the ruthless terrorist leader, Zalaam, who is affiliated with the notorious al-Shabaab group.
Full summary
The whole story of Rogue, scene by scene
Rogue Box Office
Rogue grossed $242,884 worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$242.9K
- International
- $242.9K
Rogue Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Rogue.
How Well Do You Know Rogue?
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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Who is the main protagonist of 'Rogue'?
Cars in Rogue
14 cars on screen, including the Land-Rover Defender 110 and the Toyota Land Cruiser.
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Land-Rover Defender 110 Important role -
Toyota Land Cruiser Important role -
Land-Rover Defender Pickup Minor role -
1991 Land-Rover Discovery Series I Minor role
Rogue Also Known As
23 alternative titles, including “La mercenaria” and “重裝救援:全境獵殺”.
- Also known as
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- La mercenaria
- 重裝救援:全境獵殺
- Rogue - Missione ad alto rischio
- Rouge
- Хижачка
- Львица
- 로그
- Biệt Đội Săn Mồi
- Rogue - Selvagem
- Pokoli küldetés
- 侠盗
- לוחמות במלכודת
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- Horda
- Rogue Hunter
- 南非救參任務
- Bojovnice
- Mercenaires
- Η Κυνηγός
- Maištininkė
- นางสิงห์ระห่ำล่า
- Lovci
- ローグ
- Echipa de vânătoare
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Rogue FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Rogue, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Rogue?
Rogue runs 1 hour 45 minutes (105 minutes).
When was Rogue released?
Rogue was released on August 28, 2020.
Who directed Rogue?
Rogue was directed by Michael J. Bassett.
More films by Michael J. Bassett Who is in the cast of Rogue?
Rogue stars Megan Fox as Samantha O'Hara, Brandon Auret as Elijah Dekker and Philip Winchester as Joey Kasinski, among 10 credited actors.
How much did Rogue make at the box office?
Rogue grossed $242,884 worldwide.
How is Rogue rated?
Rogue has 4.2/10 on IMDb, 62% on Rotten Tomatoes, 56% on TMDB and 2.2/5 on Letterboxd.
Does Rogue have a post-credit scene?
No. Rogue has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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