Double Take 2001
“One big shot. One big mouth. The switch is on.”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 88 minutes
- Director
- George Gallo
- Networks
- Touchstone Pictures, Permut Presentations
- Where to Stream
- Philo, Starz Amazon Channel, Starz
What is Double Take?
Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "Double Take" (2001). Constraints: Use ONLY verifiable facts from provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2001
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 88 minutes
- Release date
- Jan 12, 2001
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Touchstone Pictures, Permut Presentations
- Budget
- $24,000,000
- Revenue
- $31,600,000
- Genres
- Adventure, Drama, Action, Comedy
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At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 5.7/10 from 122 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~88 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Touchstone Pictures, Permut Presentations
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Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "Double Take" (2001).
Constraints:
Use ONLY verifiable facts from provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
No invented/guessed titles, names, dates, counts, awards, ratings, box-office, viewership, or plot points.
If not in material, omit it.
Style: Original, neutral, encyclopedic prose, plain text only.
No markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points.
First sentence must not contain spoilers.
Word count: 150-190 words.
Title: Double Take
Year: 2001
Release Date (US): 01/12/2001
Rating: PG-13
Genres: Adventure, Drama, Action, Comedy, Romance, Buddy action crime comedy thriller (Source 1 & 5).
Runtime: 1h 28m
Director: George Gallo
Writer: George Gallo
Starring: Eddie Griffin, Orlando Jones
Supporting/Full Cast: Edward Herrmann, Gary Grubbs, Vivica A. Fox, David Permut (producer), Garcelle Beauvais, Andrea Navedo, Shawn Elliott, Sterling Mays Jr., Benny Nivens, Daniel Robuck.
Plot: A man on the run takes another man's passport, only to find himself stuck with the identity of a street hustler.
Origin: Remake of the 1
Should you watch it?
“A man on the run assumes a street hustler's identity after taking his passport.”
- Features a buddy action comedy dynamic
- Combines adventure, drama, and romance
- Starring Eddie Griffin and Orlando Jones
- The film's runtime is a relatively short 1h 28m
Watch it if you enjoy buddy action comedies involving identity swaps and high-stakes chases.
The film is rated PG-13 and blends elements of action, comedy, and drama.
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What is the genre of Double Take?
It is an American buddy action comedy that also includes elements of adventure, drama, romance, and crime thriller.
Who stars in the film?
The film stars Eddie Griffin and Orlando Jones.
How long is the movie?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 28 minutes.
What is the film based on?
It is a remake of the 1957 British drama film Across the Bridge, which was based on a short story by Graham Greene.
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