Top Gunner (2020): Cast & Ratings
Top Gunner is a 2020 action film starring Eric Roberts as Herring, Ignacyo Matynia and Carol Anne Watts. It runs 1 hour 24 minutes. Its Echo Score is 6/100.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 24m (84 min)
- Genre
- Action
- Original language
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English
- Studio
- The Asylum
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Top Gunner About?
The premise of Top Gunner without spoilers.
Recent graduates from a specialized U.S. Air Force base are tasked with protecting a dangerous gene-editing bioweapon. The Russian military is determined to seize the viral agent, leading to a high-stakes conflict in the skies as the young pilots fight to safeguard the weapon and national security.
Top Gunner Themes & Keywords
· 16 tags- military
- cgi
- aerial combat
- mockbuster
- russian
- shootout
- soldier
- female soldier
- female soldier knocked unconscious
- woman wears a bomber jacket
- woman wears overalls
- uniform bomber jacket
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- woman wears gloves
- bomber jacket
- gloves
- agent
Top Gunner Cast & Characters
Eric Roberts leads the cast as Herring, with Ignacyo Matynia as Marcus and Carol Anne Watts as Brown.
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Eric Roberts as Herring - Ignacyo Matynia as Marcus
- Carol Anne Watts as Brown
- Daniel Lusko as Hazmat Guy #1
Also Starring in Top Gunner
· 12 more- Tamas Nadas Boris
- Shayne Hartigan Barret
- Bodhi Rader Cushing
- Josh Duhon Igor Melnyk
- Julian Cavett Spielman
- Reavis Dorsey Lassen
- Buck Burns Oliver
- Matthew Blood-Smyth Oleg
- Sarah H. Wilkinson Rapp
- Dylan Wisneski Kelley
- Andrejs Prokopenko Radio Operator
- Philip Seeger Hazmat Guy #2
Top Gunner Reviews & Ratings
Our Echo Score gives it 6/100, strongest in story & flow (15) and weakest in rewatch factor (5).
Top Gunner Echo Score Breakdown
Top Gunner delivers a markedly subpar cinematic experience, with fundamental flaws across its core components. Reviews consistently highlight amateurish direction, haphazard editing, and low‑budget production design that undermine visual credibility. The lack of cohesive visual storytelling contributes to an overall perception of the film as an ill‑executed mockbuster. Consequently, the movie registers an extremely low Echo Score. Such pervasive deficiencies leave little merit for most audiences.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 12
In terms of art and craft, the film suffers from rudimentary direction and uninspired cinematography. Critics note inconsistent editing and a production design that appears hastily assembled, with visible CGI flaws and poorly staged sets. These technical shortcomings compromise visual cohesion, resulting in a markedly weak artistic execution.
- Character & Emotion 12
When evaluating character and emotion, performances are uniformly criticized for lacking depth and credibility. Reviewers describe the acting as amateurish, with the lead appearing disengaged and scripted dialogue feeling forced. The absence of believable chemistry further diminishes any emotional resonance, rendering character arcs ineffective.
- Story & Flow 15
Regarding story and flow, the narrative is condemned for its disjointed pacing and reliance on clichéd tropes. Critics highlight confusing plot points, numerous continuity errors, and an overall lack of originality that hampers engagement. These narrative deficiencies result in an incoherent and unfulfilling viewing experience.
- Sensory Experience 12
In the sensory domain, both sound design and visual styling are described as substandard. Reviewers point to tinny audio mixes, repetitive score cues, and glaring CGI inconsistencies that break immersion. The cumulative effect is a sensory presentation that fails to support or enhance the film’s modest ambitions.
- Rewatch Factor 5
Assessing rewatch factor, the film offers minimal incentive for repeat viewings. Critics uniformly advise avoidance, citing pervasive flaws that diminish any potential enjoyment on subsequent watches. Consequently, the movie lacks lasting appeal and provides negligible value for audiences seeking repeatable entertainment.
Top Gunner Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Top Gunner.
Top Gunner Also Known As
7 alternative titles, including “Flight Top Gunner” and “Top Gunner - Die Wächter des Himmels”.
- Also known as
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- Flight Top Gunner
- Top Gunner - Die Wächter des Himmels
- 壮志者凌云
- Опасное небо, საუკეთესო მსროლელი
- Top Gunner : Le Choc de deux nations
- 捍衛勇士:獨行客
- 에어포스 탑건
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Movies Like Top Gunner
Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including Top Gunner: Danger Zone, Top Gunner: America vs. Russia and Top Gun.
Top Gunner FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, cast and post-credit scenes of Top Gunner, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Top Gunner?
Top Gunner runs 1 hour 24 minutes (84 minutes).
When was Top Gunner released?
Top Gunner was released on June 23, 2020.
Who is in the cast of Top Gunner?
Top Gunner stars Eric Roberts as Herring, Ignacyo Matynia as Marcus and Carol Anne Watts as Brown, among 16 credited actors.
Does Top Gunner have a post-credit scene?
No. Top Gunner has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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