Minority Report 2002
“Everybody runs.”
What is Minority Report?
Minority Report is a 2002 film centered on John Anderton, a top investigator working for a specialized unit known as Precrime. Set in the late-21st century, the story explores a future society where advanced technology allows law enforcement to predict and prevent criminal acts before they are actually committed.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2002
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 145 minutes
- Release date
- Jun 20, 2002
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Digital Image Associates, Cruise/Wagner Productions, Blue Tulip Productions
- Budget
- $102,000,000
- Revenue
- $358,372,926
- Genres
- Science Fiction, Action, Thriller
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Overview
Minority Report is a 2002 film centered on John Anderton, a top investigator working for a specialized unit known as Precrime. Set in the late-21st century, the story explores a future society where advanced technology allows law enforcement to predict and prevent criminal acts before they are actually committed. The narrative follows Anderton as he operates within this high-tech judicial system, relying on the foresight provided by the Precrime unit to maintain order. However, the plot takes a dramatic turn when Anderton finds himself in a precarious position. The protagonist transitions from the hunter to the quarry after another investigator targets him for a future murder charge. This shift forces Anderton to navigate the very system he once upheld while attempting to clear his name. The film examines the implications of a society that punishes individuals for crimes that have not yet occurred, highlighting the tension between technological surveillance and personal agency as Anderton struggles to escape the consequences of his own predicted actions.
Should you watch it?
“A futuristic cop hunted by his own system.”
- Inventive sci-fi world with predictive crime technology
- Strong performance by Tom Cruise in a complex role
- Dense plot may feel overwhelming
- Some outdated early 2000s tech predictions
You enjoy cerebral sci-fi thrillers with ethical questions.
Suitable for mature audiences due to intense themes and violence.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Minority Report based on a book?
Yes, it is based on a 1956 short story by Philip K. Dick.
Who directs the movie?
Steven Spielberg directed the film.
Is it set in the future?
Yes, it takes place in the late 21st century.
Does the main character get accused of a crime?
Yes, he becomes the target of a murder investigation.
Is it part of a series?
No, it's a standalone feature film.