The Coverup 2008
“Wrongful death. Rightful justice. Based on a true lie.”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 88 minutes
- Director
- Brian Jun
- Networks
- Phase 4 Films, Upload Films, Roberts/David Films
- Where to Stream
- Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Troma NOW
What is The Coverup?
The Coverup is a 2008 crime-thriller film directed by Brian Jun. The film stars Gabriel Mann as personal injury attorney Stuart Pepper, along with Eliza Dushku, John Savage as Thomas Thacker, and Michael Welch as Kevin Thacker.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2008
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 88 minutes
- Release date
- Oct 18, 2008
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Phase 4 Films, Upload Films, Roberts/David Films
- Budget
- $1,500,000
- Genres
- Crime, Drama, Mystery
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 4.5/10 from 11 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~88 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Phase 4 Films, Upload Films, Roberts/David Films
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Overview
The Coverup is a 2008 crime-thriller film directed by Brian Jun. The film stars Gabriel Mann as personal injury attorney Stuart Pepper, along with Eliza Dushku, John Savage as Thomas Thacker, and Michael Welch as Kevin Thacker. Previously known as The Thacker Case, the film is based on a true story.
The plot follows Stuart Pepper as he faces the challenge of his young career by taking on a controversial wrongful death case in small town Iowa. The case centers on Kevin Thacker, whose body was discovered in the alley outside the Marshalltown Police Department following his arrest for drunk driving. The story presented by the arresting officer appears highly suspicious, and various entities, ranging from the investigating detective to the FBI, seem to be helping cover up the events of that night. Having made a promise to the Thacker family to reveal the truth, Stu confronts an uphill battle. The film has a runtime of one hour and twenty-eight minutes and was released in the United States on October 18, 2008.
Should you watch it?
“A gripping exploration of crime and drama 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 Coverup worth watching?
The Coverup holds a community rating of 4.5/10 based on 11 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Crime, Drama for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie The Coverup and when was it released?
The Coverup is a feature film with a runtime of 88 minutes. It was released in 2008. Release status: Released.
Who directed The Coverup?
The Coverup was directed by Brian Jun.
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