San Andreas 2015
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What is San Andreas?
San Andreas is a 2015 American disaster thriller that depicts a catastrophic earthquake striking California. The film was directed by Brad Peyton, written by Carlton Cuse, and released in the United States on May 29, 2015 with a PG‑13 rating.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2015
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 114 minutes
- Release date
- May 27, 2015
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- Canada, United States of America, Australia
- Studios
- New Line Cinema, Village Roadshow Pictures, Flynn Picture Company
- Budget
- $110,000,000
- Revenue
- $473,990,832
- Genres
- Action, Drama, Thriller
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Overview
San Andreas is a 2015 American disaster thriller that depicts a catastrophic earthquake striking California. The film was directed by Brad Peyton, written by Carlton Cuse, and released in the United States on May 29, 2015 with a PG‑13 rating. It runs for 1 hour 54 minutes and is classified under the action, drama, and thriller genres. The story follows a rescue‑helicopter pilot, portrayed by Dwayne Johnson, who embarks on a perilous cross‑state journey after the quake in order to locate and rescue his estranged daughter. The narrative emphasizes the scale of the seismic disaster and the personal stakes faced by the pilot as he navigates collapsed infrastructure and widespread devastation. The film presents large‑scale visual effects of the earthquake’s impact on urban and rural landscapes across California. San Andreas combines elements of high‑octane action with dramatic family drama, positioning the protagonist’s mission against the backdrop of a nation‑wide emergency.
Should you watch it?
“A rescue pilot traverses a devastated California to reach his estranged daughter after a massive earthquake.”
- high-stakes rescue mission
- intense disaster sequences
- predictable plot structure
Watch it if you enjoy large-scale disaster films featuring heroic rescue efforts.
The film contains intense sequences of destruction and peril throughout.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the main plot?
A rescue-chopper pilot attempts to save his daughter following a massive earthquake in California.
What genre is the film?
It is a disaster film focused on a rescue mission.
Is the film set in California?
Yes, the events take place across the state of California.
Who is the protagonist?
The protagonist is a rescue-chopper pilot.
What is the primary conflict?
The primary conflict is the aftermath of a massive earthquake and the pilot's journey to reach his daughter.