Johnny Was 2006
“Stop running. Face the future.”
What is Johnny Was?
Johnny Was is an Irish and English gangster film belonging to the action, crime, and drama genres. Made in 2005, the feature film was directed by Mark Hammond and written by Brendan Foley.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2006
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 93 minutes
- Release date
- Sep 19, 2006
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United Kingdom
- Studios
- Ben Katz Productions, Was Productions Ltd.
- Budget
- $4,300,000
- Genres
- Action, Crime, Drama
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Johnny Was is an Irish and English gangster film belonging to the action, crime, and drama genres. Made in 2005, the feature film was directed by Mark Hammond and written by Brendan Foley. Production companies involved in the project include Ben Katz Productions, Borderline Productions, and Nordisk Film. Sony Pictures released the movie in the UK in 2006, while First Look Studios released it in the US, where it received an R rating. The runtime for the film is one hour and thirty-three minutes. The cast features Vinnie Jones, Patrick Bergin, Laurence Kinlan, and Eriq La Salle. The plot follows the character Johnny Doyle, who escapes a violent past in Ireland to lie low in London, until his former mentor Flynn breaks out of Brixton Prison.
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“A gripping exploration of action and crime that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is Johnny Was worth watching?
Johnny Was holds a community rating of 4.9/10 based on 15 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Action, Crime for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie Johnny Was and when was it released?
Johnny Was is a feature film with a runtime of 93 minutes. It was released in 2006. Release status: Released.
Who directed Johnny Was?
Johnny Was was directed by Mark Hammond.
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