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Crank 2006

“There are a thousand ways to raise your adrenaline. Today, Chev Chelios will need every single one.”

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What is Crank?

"Crank" is a 2006 action film that follows the story of a hit man. The main character is a professional assassin who has grown tired of his line of work and wants to leave it behind.

Type
Film
Year
2006
Status
Released
Runtime
88 minutes
Release date
Aug 31, 2006
Original language
EN
Origin
United States of America
Studios
Lakeshore Entertainment, RadicalMedia, GreeneStreet Films
Budget
$12,000,000
Revenue
$42,900,000
Genres
Action, Thriller, Crime
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Overview

"Crank" is a 2006 action film that follows the story of a hit man. The main character is a professional assassin who has grown tired of his line of work and wants to leave it behind. However, his plans are disrupted when he fails to complete a job. This decision has unintended consequences, and the hit man soon finds himself in a desperate situation. He receives a phone call that informs him of a life-threatening condition, and he must take immediate action to survive. The hit man must find a way to keep his body functioning in order to stay alive, and he embarks on a perilous search for a solution to his problem. The film's plot is centered around the hit man's efforts to survive and find a cure for his condition.

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Should you watch it?

“A poisoned hit man must keep his adrenaline pumping to survive his final hour.”

Reasons to watch
  • high-energy action premise
  • tense race-against-time plot
Keep in mind
  • contains intense violence
  • relies on an extreme and unrealistic setup

Watch it if you enjoy fast-paced action thrillers with high-stakes premises.

Rated R with intense action themes suited for mature audiences.

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When was Crank released?

It was released on 08/31/2006 in the US.

What is the runtime of Crank?

The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 28 minutes.

What genres does Crank fall under?

It is classified as action, thriller, and crime.

Who is the main character in Crank?

The main character is Chev Chelios, a hit man.

What is the primary conflict in the film?

Chev is poisoned and must keep adrenaline coursing through his body to stay alive while searching for an antidote.