Walking Tall (2004): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Walking Tall is a 2004 action thriller directed by Kevin Bray, starring Dwayne Johnson, Johnny Knoxville and Ashley Scott. It runs 1 hour 26 minutes and earned $57.2 million worldwide on a $46 million budget. Critics gave it 44 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.3/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 26m (86 min)
- Director
- Kevin Bray
- Original language
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English - Studio
- MGM Distribution
- Budget
- $46M
- After the credits
- Yes Extra scene during or after the credits
What Is Walking Tall About?
The premise of Walking Tall without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A former Vietnam veteran returns to his hometown and is shocked by the corruption and crime that have taken root. Determined to restore order, he runs for sheriff and implements strict new policies, quickly clashing with powerful figures involved in illegal activities. Faced with threats and opposition, he remains steadfast in his commitment to justice, becoming a symbol of hope for the community and a formidable opponent to those who thrive on vice.
Walking Tall Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- pole dancing
- stripper
- hixploitation
- weapon
- broken bone
- knee injury
- slot machine
- memory
- good memory
- childhood memory
- cartoon reality crossover
- smelling someone
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- striptease
- watching sports on tv
- handgun
- two word title
- tent
- firearm
- handheld weapon
- car
- bare chested man
- sport utility vehicle
- military salute
- pickup truck
- suv
- cadillac escalade
- veteran
- improvised weapon
- nighttime
- county sheriff
- adult son
- law enforcement officer
- convertible car
- deputy sheriff
- bald man
- garage
- bullhorn
- semi automatic pistol
- man shot
- night
- fire axe as weapon
- physical torture
- assault rifle
- chest scar
- office
- convicted felon
- holding cell
- semi automatic weapon
- sheriff vehicle
- dodge ram
Walking Tall Cast
Dwayne Johnson leads the cast, with Johnny Knoxville and Ashley Scott. Directed by Kevin Bray.
- Director Kevin Bray
More from Kevin Bray
More films directed by Kevin Bray, best-rated first: All About the Benjamins, Mike Epps: Only One Mike, The Arrangement and Linewatch.
Walking Tall Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Walking Tall 44 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.3/10.
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IMDb 6.3 /10
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Metacritic 44 Metascore
User score 6.1
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TMDB 63% User score
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Walking Tall Plot Summary
What happens in Walking Tall from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Army Special Forces veteran Chris Vaughn returns to his hometown in Kitsap County, Washington, seeking a chance to reconnect with his family and find employment. After several years apart, his family is excited to see him, especially his nephew, Pete, who has grown significantly in his absence. Upon reuniting, Chris is invited by his old friend Ray to a football game with some high school buddies, including Jay Hamilton, whose family was once one of the richest in the area thanks to their timber mill. The game takes a turn when one of Jay’s acquaintances, Booth, makes a cheap shot at Chris’ already injured knee, but the event concludes on a positive note.
Full summary
The whole story of Walking Tall, scene by scene
Walking Tall Box Office & Budget
Walking Tall grossed $57.2 million worldwide on a $46 million budget, 1.2 times what it cost. $46.4 million came from the US and Canada and $10.8 million (19%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$57.2M
1.2× its budget
- US & Canada
- $46.4M
- International
- $10.8M
- Budget
- $46M
Walking Tall Trailers & Videos
4 videos: 2 trailers and 2 clips.
- Trailer Official Trailer
- Clip Get Your Taillights Fixed
- Clip I'm Gonna Fix This Town
How Well Do You Know Walking Tall?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
Question 1 of 10
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- Question 10: not answered
Who plays the role of Chris Vaughn?
Walking Tall Also Known As
33 alternative titles, including “Justice sauvage” and “Walking Tall 1”.
- Also known as
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- Justice sauvage
- Walking Tall 1
- Com as Próprias Mãos
- Върви гордо
- ワイルド・タウン 英雄伝説
- Walking Tall - Auf eigene Faust
- Pisando fuerte
- Широко шагая
- Tolérance Zéro
- A testa alta
- Walking Tall - Justiceiro Incorruptível
- Emelt fővel
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- Гордо изправен
- Rensaren
- Z podniesionym czołem
- Kráčející skála
- 威震八方
- Kráčajúca skala
- Mergând cu capul sus
- Με το Κεφάλι Ψηλά
- בראש מורם
- Kättemaksu tund
- Atmaksas Stunda
- Con la frente en alto
- Hodati uspravno
- Yolun Sonu
- 워킹 톨
- Широко крокуючи
- Keršto Valanda
- 捍衛家園
- Mestni rešitelj
- ワイルド・タウン／英雄伝説
- ไอ้ก้านยาว
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Walking Tall FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Walking Tall, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Walking Tall?
Walking Tall runs 1 hour 26 minutes (86 minutes).
When was Walking Tall released?
Walking Tall was released on April 2, 2004.
Who directed Walking Tall?
Walking Tall was directed by Kevin Bray.
More films by Kevin Bray Who is in the cast of Walking Tall?
Walking Tall stars Dwayne Johnson, Johnny Knoxville and Ashley Scott.
How much did Walking Tall make at the box office?
Walking Tall grossed $57.2 million worldwide ($46.4 million domestic, $10.8 million international) on a budget of $46 million.
How is Walking Tall rated?
Walking Tall has 6.3/10 on IMDb, 44 on Metacritic and 63% on TMDB.
Does Walking Tall have a post-credit scene?
Yes. Walking Tall has an extra scene during or after the credits, so it is worth staying seated.
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