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Empire State

2013·Movie
1h 34min·R
43
WeakGoodWatch score
IMDb5.2Rotten Tomatoes–24%
IMDb5.2Rotten Tomatoes–24%

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High energy, light on feelings.

Energy

Thrilling and tense

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline7
  • Tension7
  • Fast Pace7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Hopefulness4
  • Pathos3
  • Melancholy3

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Dark Humor3
  • Situational Comedy2

World

Everyday modern life and crime

  • World Immersion6
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue7
  • Direction6
  • Acting6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition5

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensPure Escapism

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About

Based on a true story.

After failing to get into the police academy, Chris Potamitis settles for a security guard job with an armoured truck company. After he makes the mistake of mentioning the company's lax security to his best friend, He's unwittingly drawn into an elaborate scheme to rob the abundant amounts of cash being stored on their premises—resulting in the largest cash heist in U.S.history.
Heist ThrillerBased on True EventsArmored Truck RobberyNew York CityCrime DramaUnderdog StoryFast-PacedTension-Filled

Crew

Directed by:
Dito Montiel, Jean-Paul Chreky, Urs Hirschbiegel
Written by:
Adam Mazer
Produced by:
Randall Emmett, Allison Estrin, Rich Delia
Composed by:
Jeff Blehr, Peter D. Lago, Mike Burns

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Empire State

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Empire State legally?

PhiloThe CWHooplaLionsgate+Howdy

Empire State is included with a subscription to Philo in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on The CW and Hoopla. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Empire State worth watching?

43
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 43/100 (IMDb 5.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Empire State rated?

RViolenceStrong language

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence and strong language.

How long is Empire State?

1 h 34 min

Empire State runs 1 h 34 min.

Is Empire State based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Was Empire State a box office hit?

Budget$11 million
Box office$4 million

No. It cost about $11 million to make and earned $4 million worldwide, 33% of its budget.

What language is Empire State in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States, United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch Empire State?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Empire State in 49 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Empire State use?

Based on a True StoryCaper RationalizationThe Friend Nobody LikesNo Honor Among ThievesWith Friends Like These...Title Drop

TV Tropes lists 6 storytelling tropes for Empire State, including Based on a True Story, Caper Rationalization, The Friend Nobody Likes.