The Core
"The only way out is in."
Originally released in 2003. The Core is a science fiction/adventure film. directed by Jon Amiel. With a runtime of 2h 16m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Aaron Eckhart, Hilary Swank, and Delroy Lindo
Synopsis
Geophysicist Dr. Josh Keyes discovers that an unknown force has caused the earth's inner core to stop rotating. With the planet's magnetic field rapidly deteriorating, our atmosphere literally starts to come apart at the seams with catastrophic consequences. To resolve the crisis, Keyes, along with a team of the world's most gifted scientists, travel into the earth's core. Their mission: detonate a device that will reactivate the core.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 28, 2003
22 years ago
Runtime
2h 16m
136 minutes total
User Rating
5.8/10
Mixed (2,068 votes)
Budget
$60M
Production budget
Box Office
$74.2M
1.2x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
+ 2 more
Director
Top Cast
Aaron Eckhart
as Dr. Josh Keyes
Hilary Swank
as Maj. Rebecca Childs
Delroy Lindo
as Dr. Ed 'Braz' Brazzleton
Stanley Tucci
as Dr. Conrad Zimsky
Tchéky Karyo
as Serge
DJ Qualls
as Theodore Donald 'Rat' Finch
Richard Jenkins
as Gen. Thomas Purcell
Bruce Greenwood
as Cmdr. Robert Iverson
Christopher Shyer
as Dave Perry
Ray Galletti
as Paul
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $60,000,000
- Revenue
- $74,208,267
Production Companies
- Paramount Pictures
- David Foster Productions
- HorsePower Entertainment
- Core Productions
- LivePlanet
- Munich Film Partners New Century & Company (MFP) Core Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Core about?
Geophysicist Dr. Josh Keyes discovers that an unknown force has caused the earth's inner core to stop rotating. With the planet's magnetic field rapidly deteriorating, our atmosphere literally star...
Who directed The Core?
The Core was directed by Jon Amiel.
How long is The Core?
The Core has a runtime of 2 hours and 16 minutes (136 minutes total).
When was The Core released?
The Core was released on March 28, 2003 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Core?
The main cast of The Core includes Aaron Eckhart, Hilary Swank, Delroy Lindo, Stanley Tucci, Tchéky Karyo.
Is The Core worth watching?
The Core has a user rating of 5.8/10 based on 2,068 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.