Trauma Center (2019): Cast, Ratings & Box Office
Trauma Center is a 2019 action thriller directed by Matt Eskandari, starring Bruce Willis as Lt. Steve Wakes, Steve Guttenberg and Nicky Whelan. It runs 1 hour 27 minutes and earned $92,968 worldwide. Critics gave it 20% on Rotten Tomatoes, and IMDb users rate it 4.0/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 27m (87 min)
- Director
- Matt Eskandari
- Original language
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English
- Studio
- Lionsgate
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Trauma Center About?
The premise of Trauma Center without spoilers.
A young woman finds herself trapped and fighting for her life within a hospital isolation ward when two dangerous killers target her. With vital evidence embedded in her leg, she must depend on a former police officer who becomes her protector. As the night progresses, they are caught in a perilous game of cat and mouse, struggling to survive against overwhelming odds within the confines of the locked-down hospital.
Trauma Center Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- murder
- protector
- trauma
- hospital
- asthma
- sister sister relationship
- shot in the leg
- stabbed in the chest
- stabbed to death
- bullet ricochet
- corrupt cop
- morgue
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- shot in the chest
- shot repeatedly
- asthma inhaler
- police detective
- dead body
- gunshot wound
- bullet wound
- witness to a murder
- san juan puerto rico
- hitman
- waitress
- older sister younger sister relationship
- cell phone
- murdered informant
- asthma attack
- telephone call
- ambush
- shot to death
- shot in the stomach
- officer down
- emergency room
- cop killer
- police corruption
- witness interview
- flashback
- picking a lock
- narcotics detective
- thigh wound
- fire axe
- crime scene
- silenced pistol
- shot in the back
- pistol with a silencer
- fire extinguisher
- stitching one's own wound
- body camera footage
- shootout
- knocked unconscious
Trauma Center Cast & Characters
Bruce Willis leads the cast as Lt. Steve Wakes, with Steve Guttenberg as Dr. Jones and Nicky Whelan as Madison Taylor. Directed by Matt Eskandari; 13 actors are credited in all.
- Director Matt Eskandari
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Bruce Willis as Lt. Steve Wakes -
Steve Guttenberg as Dr. Jones -
Nicky Whelan as Madison Taylor -
Roman Mitichyan as CSS Constance
Also Starring in Trauma Center
· 9 more- Lynn Gilmartin Coroner Nurse Crystal
- Catherine Davis Emily Taylor
- Tyler J. Olson
- Lauryn Kent
- Texas Battle Tull
- Tito Ortiz Pierce
- Sergio Rizzuto Marcos
- David B. Meadows
- Heather Johansen
More from Matt Eskandari
More films directed by Matt Eskandari, best-rated first: Survive the Night, Hard Kill, Wire Room and 12 Feet Deep.
Trauma Center Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Trauma Center 20% on Rotten Tomatoes, and IMDb users rate it 4.0/10. Our Echo Score gives it 30/100, strongest in character & emotion (35) and weakest in sensory experience (20).
Trauma Center Echo Score Breakdown
The film is hampered by its constrained setting and uninspired creative choices, resulting in an underwhelming experience. Critics highlight the reliance on a single location as a cost-cutting measure and lament the minimal use of Bruce Willis, while most users cite predictable plotting and uneven pacing. A few viewers appreciate occasional humor and the performances of secondary cast members, but these moments fail to offset structural weaknesses. Overall, Trauma Center leaves a limited impact, offering transient amusement predominantly for dedicated franchise followers rather than a broader audience.
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’s single-location setup and uninspired production design convey a noticeable lack of inventiveness. Critics point to the cost-driven confinement of action and minimal directorial flourish, and users note bland visuals and indifferent editing. The overall sense of visual monotony and sterile framing offers little creative engagement and undermines the aesthetic appeal.
- Character & Emotion 35
When it comes to character and emotion, performances are uneven and depth is largely superficial. Several users and critics criticize hasty characterizations and lack of authenticity, particularly citing Bruce Willis’s minimal presence. However, Nicky Whelan and one supporting actor earn occasional praise for injecting energy and credibility. Overall, weak character development limits emotional resonance.
- Story & Flow 30
In terms of story and flow, the plot strikes many as predictable and thinly constructed, with pacing that alternates between sluggish dialogue and abrupt action. Critics note a shortage of narrative tension and originality, and user feedback highlights illogical developments and unresolved threads. Despite a premise with potential, the storytelling fails to sustain engagement or deliver meaningful surprises.
- Sensory Experience 20
When evaluating the sensory experience, the film’s audio and visual elements generally underdeliver. Users report noticeable dubbing issues and flat sound design, and critics remark on a muted color palette and lackluster cinematography. Musical cues are functional but uninspired, and the editing does little to enhance immersion. These factors combine to yield a modestly engaging sensory profile.
- Rewatch Factor 35
In terms of rewatch factor, the film offers limited incentive for multiple viewings due to its constrained scope and predictable structure. Though a handful of viewers appreciate brief comedic beats and specific performances, these moments lack sufficient depth to encourage return visits. The absence of significant narrative twists or layered themes reduces its long-term appeal and lasting engagement.
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IMDb 4.0 /10
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Rotten Tomatoes 20% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 54%
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TMDB 55% User score
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Letterboxd 1.8 /5
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Movie Insider 1.8 /5
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Trauma Center Box Office
Trauma Center grossed $92,968 worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$93K
- International
- $93K
Trauma Center Trailers & Videos
2 videos: 2 trailers.
- Trailer Official International Trailer
Cars in Trauma Center
9 cars on screen, including the 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis and the 1986 Chevrolet Caprice.
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1998 Mercury Grand Marquis Important role -
1986 Chevrolet Caprice Minor role -
2002 Ford Explorer Minor role -
2019 Volvo XC40 Minor role
Trauma Center Also Known As
23 alternative titles, including “Persecucion Fatal” and “Травматологічний центр”.
- Also known as
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- Persecucion Fatal
- Травматологічний центр
- Травматологичен център
- Ночь в осаде
- Centro de trauma
- 虎胆杀机
- 트라우마 센터
- המצוד
- Testigo protegido
- Impacto Mortífero
- Интензивна нега
- 終極獵殺令
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- Etat de choc
- Naktinė apsiaustis
- Trạm Cấp Cứu
- Trauma Center - Caccia al testimone
- В облозі
- État de choc
- Travma Merkezi
- Betonová past
- Traumu centrs
- THE LAW 刑事の掟
- Testimoni protegit
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Trauma Center FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Trauma Center, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Trauma Center?
Trauma Center runs 1 hour 27 minutes (87 minutes).
When was Trauma Center released?
Trauma Center was released on December 6, 2019.
Who directed Trauma Center?
Trauma Center was directed by Matt Eskandari.
More films by Matt Eskandari Who is in the cast of Trauma Center?
Trauma Center stars Bruce Willis as Lt. Steve Wakes, Steve Guttenberg as Dr. Jones and Nicky Whelan as Madison Taylor, among 13 credited actors.
How much did Trauma Center make at the box office?
Trauma Center grossed $92,968 worldwide.
How is Trauma Center rated?
Trauma Center has 4.0/10 on IMDb, 20% on Rotten Tomatoes, 55% on TMDB and 1.8/5 on Letterboxd.
Does Trauma Center have a post-credit scene?
No. Trauma Center has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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