The Objective (2009): Ratings, Box Office, Plot & Where to Watch
The Objective is a 2009 sci-fi thriller directed by Daniel Myrick. It runs 1 hour 30 minutes and earned $95 worldwide. Critics gave it 33% on Rotten Tomatoes and 26 on Metacritic. Rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 30m (90 min)
- Director
- Daniel Myrick
- Original language
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English - Studio
- IFC Films
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is The Objective About?
The premise of The Objective without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
In the deserts of Afghanistan, CIA agent Benjamin Keynes discovers a disturbing reality: a nuclear threat exists, but the danger isn't from Al-Qaida. His investigation leads him into a perilous situation as he confronts an ancient and inexplicable force. Facing immense pressure and with the fate of many at stake, Keynes must unravel the mystery and stop the impending disaster in this suspenseful sci-fi thriller.
The Objective Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- afghanistan
- taliban
- satellite telephone
- supernatural power
- suicide
- levitation
- infrared
- low budget sci fi movie
- mission
- afghan war
- vomiting
- post september 11 2001
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- jumping off a cliff
- fight
- video camera
- suicide mission
- stranded
- special forces
- soldier
- sniper rifle
- skeleton
- shot in the head
- shot in the chest
- shootout
- screaming
- scene during end credits
- satellite camera
- rpg
- punched in the face
- pistol
- overheated car
- oasis
- night vision
- mountain
- map
- machine gun
- lost
- legend
- land mine
- journal
- intestines
- interview
- interference
- hospital bed
- helicopter
- head wound
- guide
- grenade launcher
- grandfather grandson relationship
- gore
Where to Watch The Objective
Rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. US availability and prices from JustWatch.
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The Director of The Objective
Directed by Daniel Myrick.
- Director Daniel Myrick
The Objective Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave The Objective 33% on Rotten Tomatoes and 26 on Metacritic.
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Rotten Tomatoes 33% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 33%
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Metacritic 26 Metascore
User score 5.8
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TMDB 54% User score
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The Objective Plot Summary
What happens in The Objective from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 5-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In the harsh terrain of Ghazni Province, Afghanistan, a highly skilled U.S. Army Special Forces unit led by the experienced Chief Warrant Officer Wally Hamer, alongside Master-Sergeant Kenny Tanner and a capable trio of non-commissioned officers including Sergeants Vince Degetau, Joe Trinoski, Tim Cole, and Pete Sadler, joins forces with CIA operative Benjamin Keynes. Their mission is crucial: to locate the elusive Afghan cleric, Mohammed Aban, whose influence is shrouded in mystery. Hamer carefully briefs his team, emphasizing the seriousness of their task as they prepare for the challenging terrain and potential dangers that await them.
Full summary
The whole story of The Objective, scene by scene
The Objective Box Office
The Objective grossed $95 worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$95
- US & Canada
- $95
How Well Do You Know The Objective?
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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- Question 10: not answered
Who leads the U.S. Army Special Forces team in 'The Objective'?
Cars in The Objective
2 cars on screen: the Land-Rover 109'' Series III and the Toyota Land Cruiser.
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Land-Rover 109'' Series III Important role -
Toyota Land Cruiser Background role
The Objective Also Known As
17 alternative titles, including “Operation Desert - Die verschwundene Einheit” and “Cel”.
- Also known as
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- Operation Desert - Die verschwundene Einheit
- Cel
- Força Especial
- El objetivo 648
- 血战沙漠
- 幽冥戰線
- Ultimate Patrol
- Operation Desert
- Битва в пустыне
- Hrozba v poušti
- Misión oculta
- היעד
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- Pokoli hajsza
- Terror no Afeganistão
- El objetivo 648 Enemigo Sobrenatural
- 비마나 미스터리
- Zor Hedef
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The Objective FAQ: Where to Watch, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, where to watch, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of The Objective, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The Objective?
The Objective runs 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).
When was The Objective released?
The Objective was released on February 6, 2009.
Who directed The Objective?
The Objective was directed by Daniel Myrick.
More films by Daniel Myrick Where can I watch The Objective?
In the US, The Objective is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store (availability from JustWatch).
How much did The Objective make at the box office?
The Objective grossed $95 worldwide.
How is The Objective rated?
The Objective has 33% on Rotten Tomatoes, 26 on Metacritic and 54% on TMDB.
Does The Objective have a post-credit scene?
No. The Objective has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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