The Matador (2005)
Movie 1h 37m ★ 6.3/10
Good for tonight if you want to: make me laugh, i want to feel something, keep me on the edge, pure adrenaline
ActionComedyCrimeDramaThriller
Released in 2005, The Matador is an action, comedy and crime movie. It is directed by Richard Shepard. The cast includes Greg Kinnear, Hope Davis and Pierce Brosnan. The running time is 1h 37m. Audiences give it a decent score of 6.3 out of 10.
67Tonight Score Short enough for a weeknight.
Synopsis
The life of Danny Wright, a salesman forever on the road, veers into dangerous and surreal territory when he wanders into a Mexican bar and meets a mysterious stranger, Julian, who's very likely a hit man. Their meeting sets off a chain of events that will change their lives forever, as Wright is suddenly thrust into a far-from-mundane existence that he takes to surprisingly well … once he gets acclimated to it.
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Cast & crew
- Richard ShepardDirector
- Greg Kinnearas Danny Wright
- Hope Davisas Carolyn 'Bean' Wright
- Pierce Brosnanas Julian Noble
- Adam Scottas Phil Garrison
- Philip Baker Hallas Mr. Randy
- Roberto Sosaas Skinny Mexican Man
- Jonah Meyersonas Ten Year Old Boy
- Portia Dawsonas Genevive
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Questions about The Matador
- What genre is The Matador?
- The Matador is categorised as Action, Comedy, Crime, Drama, Thriller.
- Who stars in The Matador?
- Greg Kinnear, Hope Davis, Pierce Brosnan, Adam Scott, Philip Baker Hall appear in the main cast.
- Who directed The Matador?
- Richard Shepard directed The Matador.
- How long is The Matador?
- The Matador runs for 1h 37m (97 minutes).
- Is The Matador worth watching?
- It holds an audience score of 6.3/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
- Where can I watch The Matador?
- Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.
