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The Contender

The Contender

Sometimes you can assassinate a leader without firing a shot.

The vice president is dead, and as the president makes his choice for a replacement, a secret contest of wills is being waged by a formidable rival. When Senator Laine Hanson is nominated as the first woman in history to hold the office, hidden agendas explode into a battle for power.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Contender
  • Genres: Drama, Thriller
  • Release Date: 2000-10-13
  • Runtime: 126 minutes
  • Rating: 6.7/10 (252 votes)
  • Budget: $20,000,000
  • Revenue: $22,428,990
  • Production Companies: Cinerenta, Cinecontender Internationale, Battleplan Productions, SE8 Group, DreamWorks Pictures
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 4.169
  • Languages: German, English

Cast & Crew

Joan Allen

Joan Allen

as Laine Hanson

Gary Oldman

Gary Oldman

as Shelly Runyon

Jeff Bridges

Jeff Bridges

as President Jackson Evans

Christian Slater

Christian Slater

as Reginald Webster

Sam Elliott

Sam Elliott

as Kermit Newman

William Petersen

William Petersen

as Jack Hathaway

Saul Rubinek

Saul Rubinek

as Jerry Tolliver

Philip Baker Hall

Philip Baker Hall

as Oscar Billings

Robin Thomas

Robin Thomas

as William Hanson

Kathryn Morris

Kathryn Morris

as Paige Willomina

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

The Contender - Trailer

External Links

Keywords

usa presidentwashington dc, usagovernmentpoliticssex scandalvice president

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Contender?

The Contender is a Drama, Thriller movie directed by . It was released on 2000-10-13.

Who are the main actors in The Contender?

The main cast includes Joan Allen, Gary Oldman, Jeff Bridges, Christian Slater, Sam Elliott, .

Where can I watch The Contender online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Contender is available.

Is The Contender based on a true story?

Sometimes you can assassinate a leader without firing a shot.

What is the IMDb rating of The Contender?

The Contender has an IMDb rating of 6.7/10 based on 252 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Contender?

The movie had a production budget of $20,000,000 and earned $22,428,990 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Contender?

The soundtrack was composed by Cinerenta, Cinecontender Internationale, Battleplan Productions, SE8 Group, DreamWorks Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Contender filmed?

The Contender was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Contender?

The total runtime of The Contender is 126 minutes.

Is The Contender suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Contender?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Contender.

Does The Contender have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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