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The 2nd (2020): Cast, Ratings & Box Office

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The 2nd is a 2020 action film directed by Brian Skiba, starring Casper Van Dien as Driver, William McNamara and Ryan Phillippe. It runs 1 hour 33 minutes and earned $13,996 worldwide. IMDb users rate it 3.9/10.

IMDb rating
3.9/10
worldwide gross
$14K
Echo Score
23
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The 2nd (2020) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 33m (93 min)
Director
Brian Skiba
Genre
Action
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The 2nd About?

The premise of The 2nd without spoilers.

A Secret Service agent is thrust into a perilous mission to rescue his son and the daughter of a Justice official. Ruthless terrorists have taken them hostage, and the agent must risk everything to save them from a dangerous situation, facing immense pressure and deadly threats along the way.

The 2nd Themes & Keywords

· 50 tags
  • secret agent
  • electronic music score
  • ambiguous ending
  • scene before opening credits
  • opening action scene
  • gunfight
  • shootout
  • street shootout
  • fistfight
  • fight
  • brawl
  • martial arts
+38 more
  • mixed martial arts
  • hand to hand combat
  • chase
  • car motorcycle chase
  • explosion
  • exploding body
  • exploding car
  • punched in the face
  • punched in the chest
  • kicked in the face
  • kicked in the stomach
  • head butt
  • beating
  • beaten to death
  • fight to the death
  • showdown
  • final showdown
  • woman fights a man
  • man punches a woman
  • shot in the head
  • shot in the forehead
  • shot in the shoulder
  • shot in the chest
  • shot in the back
  • shot in the leg
  • shot to death
  • strangulation
  • car crash
  • car accident
  • construction site
  • improvised weapon
  • murder
  • death
  • violence
  • brutality
  • mercilessness
  • kidnapping
  • hostage
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Cast & crew

The 2nd Cast & Characters

Casper Van Dien leads the cast as Driver, with William McNamara as Jalil and Ryan Phillippe as Major Vic Davis. Directed by Brian Skiba; 10 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in The 2nd

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Ratings

The 2nd Reviews & Ratings

IMDb users rate The 2nd 3.9/10. Our Echo Score gives it 23/100, strongest in character & emotion (35) and weakest in story & flow (20).

23 /100

The 2nd Echo Score Breakdown

Overall, The 2nd is marked by pervasive technical shortcomings and a lack of coherent narrative. Across multiple reviews, observers note choppy direction, hollow character portrayals, and numerous plot inconsistencies that undermine engagement. The pacing rarely sustains momentum. The film’s audio inconsistencies and uninspired production design further detract from its impact. As a result, The 2nd offers limited entertainment value and struggles to maintain viewer interest.

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

  • Art & Craft 30

    When it comes to art and craft, The 2nd exhibits uneven technical execution and simplistic production design. Critics highlight choppy camera work and a lack of refined editing pace, while user observations point to subpar props and makeshift visual elements. Direction lacks precision, contributing to a flat sense of motion. Overall, the film’s art direction undermines its intended impact and fails to support the action.

  • Character & Emotion 35

    In terms of character and emotion, performances in The 2nd register as uneven and lack emotional depth. Multiple reports describe wooden delivery and minimal chemistry between leads, despite occasional competent moments from the principal actor. The characters seldom evoke genuine resonance or motivation, with dialogue failing to convey clear emotional stakes. Ultimately, the character portrayals provide limited engagement and do little to elevate the narrative.

  • Story & Flow 20

    When it comes to story and flow, The 2nd is hampered by numerous plot inconsistencies and shallow narrative structure. Critics and viewers note significant logical gaps and a pacing that fails to build momentum, resulting in disengagement. The film’s borrowed thematic elements offer little originality and struggle to integrate with the core action sequences. Consequently, the narrative undermines the film’s potential by delivering an incoherent and uneven storyline.

  • Sensory Experience 25

    In terms of sensory experience, the film’s soundtrack and sound design are notably deficient. Reviewers highlight bland score choices and mismatched audio effects that detract from on-screen action. Visual cohesion suffers from low-budget effects and inconsistent color treatment, while special effects and props often appear unconvincing. Overall, the sensory elements fail to immerse the audience, resulting in a flat and distracting presentation.

  • Rewatch Factor 30

    When it comes to rewatch factor, The 2nd offers limited appeal for repeated viewing. Multiple viewers remark that narrative flaws and technical issues become increasingly apparent on subsequent viewings, diminishing enjoyment. The absence of memorable sequences or emotional hooks leaves little incentive to revisit the film, as its entertainment value quickly wanes. Ultimately, the movie lacks the lasting appeal needed for reliable replay value.

Box office

The 2nd Box Office

The 2nd grossed $13,996 worldwide.

2020 box office

Worldwide gross

$14K

International
$14K
Videos

The 2nd Trailers & Videos

The trailer of The 2nd.

THE 2nd - Official Trailer
Cars

Cars in The 2nd

18 cars on screen, including the 2003 Chevrolet Impala and the 2003 Ford E-150.

All 18 cars
  • 2003 Chevrolet Impala in The 2nd 2003 Chevrolet Impala Important role
  • 2003 Ford E-150 in The 2nd 2003 Ford E-150 Important role
  • Honda VF 750 C Magna in The 2nd Honda VF 750 C Magna Important role
  • 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 300 W204 in The 2nd 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 300 W204 Important role

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FAQ

The 2nd FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of The 2nd, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The 2nd?

The 2nd runs 1 hour 33 minutes (93 minutes).

When was The 2nd released?

The 2nd was released on September 1, 2020.

Who directed The 2nd?

The 2nd was directed by Brian Skiba.

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Who is in the cast of The 2nd?

The 2nd stars Casper Van Dien as Driver, William McNamara as Jalil and Ryan Phillippe as Major Vic Davis, among 10 credited actors.

How much did The 2nd make at the box office?

The 2nd grossed $13,996 worldwide.

How is The 2nd rated?

The 2nd has 3.9/10 on IMDb, 53% on TMDB, 3.4/5 on Letterboxd and 3.5/5 on Movie Insider.

Does The 2nd have a post-credit scene?

No. The 2nd has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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