The Call Up 2016
“This time it's for real”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 90 minutes
- Director
- Charles Barker
- Networks
- Pont Neuf Productions, Red & Black Films, Creative England
- Where to Stream
- Fandango at Home Free, Pluto TV, Tubi TV
What is The Call Up?
Topic: Film "The Call Up" (2016). Format: Factual, original 150-190 word overview.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2016
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 90 minutes
- Release date
- May 20, 2016
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United Kingdom
- Studios
- Pont Neuf Productions, Red & Black Films, Creative England
- Genres
- Adventure, Action, Science Fiction
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 5.1/10 from 159 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~90 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Pont Neuf Productions, Red & Black Films, Creative England
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Topic: Film "The Call Up" (2016).
Format: Factual, original 150-190 word overview.
Constraints:
Write ONLY verifiable facts from the provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
No invented titles, names, dates, counts, awards, ratings, etc.
Original, neutral, encyclopedic prose.
Plain text only (no markdown, asterisks, headings, bullet points).
First sentence must not contain spoilers.
Word count target: 150-190 words.
Title: The Call Up
Year: 2016
Release Date (US): 05/20/2016
Genres: Adventure, Action, and Science Fiction
Runtime: 1h 30m
Synopsis: Elite online gamers receive a mysterious invitation to trial a state-of-the-art virtual reality video game. They arrive at a test site and use hi-tech gear for a revolutionary gaming experience that brings modern warfare to life with frightening realism. Initially, it is a unique and exhilarating experience. However, the situation turns sinister when the group is attacked by enemy combatants, leading them to realize the situation is no longer just a game (implied by "this is n" in the text).
Draft 1 (Mental Outline): The Call Up is a 2016 film categorized under the adventure, action, and science fiction genres. Released in the United States on May 20, 2016, the movie has a runtime of 1 hour and
Should you watch it?
“A gripping exploration of adventure and action 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 The Call Up worth watching?
The Call Up holds a community rating of 5.1/10 based on 159 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Adventure, Action for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie The Call Up and when was it released?
The Call Up is a feature film with a runtime of 90 minutes. It was released in 2016. Release status: Released.
Who directed The Call Up?
The Call Up was directed by Charles Barker.
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