---
title: "Olympus Has Fallen"
year: 2013
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/olympus-has-fallen-2013"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 117263
imdb_id: "tt2302755"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 120
community_rating: 6.4
vote_count: 7118
content_rating: "R"
---

# Olympus Has Fallen (2013) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/olympus-has-fallen-2013

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Olympus Has Fallen is a 2013 action film centered on the security of the United States executive residence. The story follows Mike Banning, a former Presidential guard who has fallen into disgrace. The plot begins when the White House, known by the Secret Service code Olympus, is seized by a terrorist mastermind. During the attack, the President is kidnapped, leaving the building under enemy control. Banning finds himself trapped inside the facility during the takeover. As the national security team attempts to formulate a response to the crisis, they discover that they must depend on Banning to resolve the situation. Using his specialized inside knowledge of the building, Banning works to retake the White House and rescue the President from his captors. His efforts are critical in the attempt to avert a much larger disaster for the nation. The film documents the high-stakes mission to reclaim the seat of government and secure the safety of the kidnapped leader while the authorities scramble to manage the unfolding emergency.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A disgraced guard battles terrorists inside the White House to rescue the President."

### Why Watch
- Fast‑paced action set in the White House
- Lead performance by secret service agent Mike Banning
- Directed by Antoine Fuqua

### Caveats & Content Note
- Violent terrorist attack may be unsettling
- Tone & Suitability: Features intense combat and kidnapping themes, suitable for mature audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: action, thriller, high-stakes, political, intense

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Philo, YouTube TV, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Shout! Factory Amazon Channel | Shout! Factory TV, Plex, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Tubi TV | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Sky Go, Now TV Cinema, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Netflix, Club Illico, Netflix Standard with Ads | Hoopla | Apple TV Store, CosmoGo, Amazon Video |
| **Australia (AU)** | Stan | None | JustWatch TV, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Antoine Fuqua
- **Networks / Studios**: Millennium Media, G-BASE, Nu Image

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Gerard Butler** as *Mike Banning*
- **Aaron Eckhart** as *President Benjamin Asher*
- **Finley Jacobsen** as *Connor*
- **Dylan McDermott** as *Forbes*
- **Rick Yune** as *Kang*
- **Morgan Freeman** as *Alan Trumbull*
- **Cole Hauser** as *Roma*
- **Radha Mitchell** as *Leah*
- **Angela Bassett** as *Lynne Jacobs*
- **Melissa Leo** as *Secretary of Defense Ruth McMillan*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What genre is Olympus Has Fallen?
It is an American political action thriller.

### Q: Who directed the film?
Antoine Fuqua directed the film.

### Q: Who is the main character?
The story follows secret service agent Mike Banning.

### Q: What is the secret service code name for the White House?
The code name is "Olympus".

### Q: What is the central conflict of the film?
Terrorists capture the White House and kidnap the President, prompting a rescue effort.

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