The Way of the Gun movie poster

The Way of the Gun

"Choose your side carefully, because the only way out is the way of the gun."

September 8, 2000 1h 59m 6.3/10 (477 votes)

Originally released in 2000. The Way of the Gun is a action/crime film. directed by Christopher McQuarrie.

Starring Ryan Phillippe, Benicio del Toro, and Juliette Lewis

Synopsis

Two criminal drifters without sympathy get more than they bargained for after kidnapping and holding for ransom the surrogate mother of a powerful and shady man.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 8, 2000 25 years ago
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Runtime 1h 59m 119 minutes total
User Rating 6.3/10 Good (477 votes)
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Budget $8.5M Production budget
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Box Office $19.1M 2.3x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$8,500,000
Revenue
$19,125,401

Production Companies

  • Artisan Entertainment
  • Aqaba Productions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Way of the Gun about?

Two criminal drifters without sympathy get more than they bargained for after kidnapping and holding for ransom the surrogate mother of a powerful and shady man.

Who directed The Way of the Gun?

The Way of the Gun was directed by Christopher McQuarrie.

How long is The Way of the Gun?

The Way of the Gun has a runtime of 1 hours and 59 minutes (119 minutes total).

When was The Way of the Gun released?

The Way of the Gun was released on September 8, 2000 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Way of the Gun?

The main cast of The Way of the Gun includes Ryan Phillippe, Benicio del Toro, Juliette Lewis, Taye Diggs, Nicky Katt.

Is The Way of the Gun worth watching?

The Way of the Gun has a user rating of 6.3/10 based on 477 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.