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The Punisher

  • 2004
  • 16
  • 2h 4m
IMDb RATING
6.4/10
177K
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John Travolta and Thomas Jane in The Punisher (2004)
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An undercover FBI agent becomes a vigilante and sets out to unleash his wrath upon the corrupt businessman who slaughtered his entire family at a reunion.An undercover FBI agent becomes a vigilante and sets out to unleash his wrath upon the corrupt businessman who slaughtered his entire family at a reunion.An undercover FBI agent becomes a vigilante and sets out to unleash his wrath upon the corrupt businessman who slaughtered his entire family at a reunion.

  • Director
    • Jonathan Hensleigh
  • Writers
    • Jonathan Hensleigh
    • Michael France
  • Stars
    • Thomas Jane
    • John Travolta
    • Samantha Mathis
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  • IMDb RATING
    6.4/10
    177K
    YOUR RATING
    POPULARITY
    2,398
    288
    • Director
      • Jonathan Hensleigh
    • Writers
      • Jonathan Hensleigh
      • Michael France
    • Stars
      • Thomas Jane
      • John Travolta
      • Samantha Mathis
    • 720User reviews
    • 199Critic reviews
    • 33Metascore
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 1 win & 5 nominations total

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    Thomas Jane
    Thomas Jane
    • Frank Castle
    • (as Tom Jane)
    John Travolta
    John Travolta
    • Howard Saint
    Samantha Mathis
    Samantha Mathis
    • Maria Castle
    Laura Harring
    Laura Harring
    • Livia Saint
    A. Russell Andrews
    A. Russell Andrews
    • Jimmy Weeks
    • (as Russell Andrews)
    Omar Avila
    Omar Avila
    • Joe Toro
    James Carpinello
    James Carpinello
    • Bobby Saint…
    Mark Collie
    Mark Collie
    • Harry Heck
    Russell Durham Comegys
    Russell Durham Comegys
    • Tattooed Mike
    • (as Russ Comegys)
    Antoni Corone
    Antoni Corone
    • T.J.
    Rick Elmhurst
    • Bay News 9 Newscaster
    Ben Foster
    Ben Foster
    • Spacker Dave
    Michael Reardon
    Michael Reardon
    • Toro Croupier
    • (as Michael Francis)
    William Haze
    • EMT
    • (as William Hasenzahl)
    Eddie Jemison
    Eddie Jemison
    • Micky Duka
    Marco St. John
    Marco St. John
    • Police Chief Morris
    Marcus Johns
    Marcus Johns
    • Will Castle
    Bonnie Johnson
    Bonnie Johnson
    • Betty Castle
    • Director
      • Jonathan Hensleigh
    • Writers
      • Jonathan Hensleigh
      • Michael France
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    User reviews720

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    7ma-cortes

    Violent movie upon a bloody vengeance

    The film talks on a police agent G man(Thomas Jane)called Frank Castle whose family(wife Samantha Morton and dad Roy Scheider) was wiped out by a mobsters (John Travolta,wife Laura Harring and son Ben Foster, besides Will Patton) retaliates,thus he executes an incredible revenge originating a bodycount about numerous baddies.He's helped by a freaks group (Rebeca Romijin Stamos and others). The final confrontation amongst the starring and the enemies is breathtaking and groundbreaking .

    In the picture there are thriller,frenetic action ,drama suspense, emotion and a little bit of blood and gore. Runtime film is adjusted about two hours and isn't bored because is fast moving but happen amount events and for that is entertained and funny. The motion picture has a certain resemblance with Charles Bronson films of the series ¨Death Wish¨for the matter, the avenging, thus one personage ,¨the vigilante¨ makes of judge,jury and executioner. The yarn is an adaptation from a Marvel Comics character created by Gary Conway.Previously was realized the first version with Dolph Lundgren and Lois Gossett JR that was a flop and attained lukewarm reception by the public . However this rendition has obtained many success in the box office in spite of the violence is extreme and some scenes are crude and cruel. The interpretation of the principal actors are nice but the secondary cast with the quirky bunch are magnificent. Cinematography by Conrad W.Hall(Son of the mythic photographer Conrad L.Hall)is excellent. The pic is well directed by Jonathan Hensleigh. Rating: Above average. Well catching
    7TimLax51

    Classic revenge brought to our generation.

    This movie came onto the scene with very little fanfare. It isn't a CGI powerhouse. There's no Matrix/Kill Bill style fight scenes. But what it lacks in modern trends it more than makes up for in a good old fashioned revenge plot. Touting a story that would have been fit for a Clint Eastwood flick like Outlaw Josey Wales or Hang 'em High, the Punisher takes the viewer on journey into the soul of a gritty vigilante. Thomas Jane plays the lead role to perfection, his voice acting is incredible. Although this isn't your daddy's (or Dolph's) emotionless Punisher. He is much more cerebral here than in most of the other media he has popped up in, and more human, but not any more humane. Using the tried and true style of fist fights and pyrotechnics this movie keeps the character rooted in his all too mortal persona. The supporting characters turn in equally descent roles, the likes of John Travolta worked well, although nothing outstanding. No doubt about it, Thomas Jane ran away with this one. He's just a normal guy doing super-normal things, with a lot of gunfire and explosions to boot. If you are in the target demographic (Male aged 17-30) you will definitely enjoy this film. If not, proceed at your own risk.
    assman200

    GREAT MOVIE! vigilante-style justice done right

    "The Punisher" is a shining example of revenge and vigilante-style justice done right. It's also yet another comic book adaptation done properly. I thought this movie was one of the best I have seen in a long time. In the compendium of comic movies, this falls just shy of the two X-Men movies and Spider-Man but easily surpasses Batman, Batman Begins, Superman and The Hulk. The fact that it is an R-rated movie will kill any possible chance of decent box-office numbers, but it was a necessary step to take, and the quality of the movie just makes up for it. Hopefully this was Thomas Jane's breakout role, as he was outstanding and has the potential to be a contender to Ben Affleck, Hugh Jackman, Colin Farrell, and Matt Damon as the next big action star. If you like action movies, check out this movie. If you like comic book adaptations, check out this movie. Heck, if you just like movies in general, The Punisher is two hours well-spent. Like Thomas Jane himself says, "Frank Castle is dead. Long live The Punisher."
    grizzleyturn

    vigilante-style justice done right

    If you like the old Clint Eastwood & Charles Bronson revenge movies then you'll like this film. Great pace and action that's gritty but extremely enjoyable. I can't say I knew anything about this Punisher character before seeing this film but I thoroughly enjoyed it none-the-less.

    The Punisher is a shining example of revenge and vigilante-style justice done right. It's also yet another comic book adaptation done properly. In fact, this may be the first time I wished we could give half-vaults, because it was just that good. In the compendium of comic movies, this falls just shy of the two X-Men movies, but it is right there with Spider-Man and easily surpasses Batman, Superman and The Hulk. The fact that it is an R-rated movie killed any possible chance of decent box-office numbers, but it was a necessary step to take, and the quality of the movie just makes up for it. Hopefully this was Thomas Jane's breakout role.
    7papanloveu

    Underrated.

    I can't call this a bad movie but its also hard to consider it good. Thomas Jane was a great choice for Frank Castle but he isn't given a chance to show his Punisher off. The story is slow and tries to be a Character study but misses the mark even on that. A little more action and a higher body count would really have helped this film. Travolta gets to ham it up and does a good job as the main Villian but even he wasn't given enough time to really develop the Character. I dont hate the movie.

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    • Trivia
      While filming their knife fight scene, Thomas Jane accidentally stabbed Kevin Nash. Nash accepted cold beers from the film crew as compensation. Years later Jane described the incident saying, "What made it worse was that (Nash) was so nice about it. He just sat there, looked at the knife, looked at me, and shook his head."
    • Goofs
      (at around 26 mins) When Frank Castle's wife and child are in the Blazer trying to escape, it flips over. While flipping, the hand on the steering wheel is wearing a black bracelet, but when Maria crawls out of the car she is wearing no bracelets. The "black bracelets" are safety devices for the stunt driver, similar to what Sprint Car drivers wear to prevent their arms exiting the profile of the vehicle during "accidents" or stunts.
    • Quotes

      The Punisher: I leave this as a declaration of intent, so no one will be confused. One: "Si vis pacem, para bellum." Latin. Boot Camp Sergeant made us recite it like a prayer. "Si vis pacem, para bellum - If you want peace, prepare for war."

      [cut to later, as Frank prepares his weapons for the final attack on Saint's gang]

      The Punisher: Two: Frank Castle is dead. He died with his family. Three: in certain extreme situations, the law is inadequate. In order to shame its inadequacy, it is necessary to act outside the law. To pursue... natural justice. This is not vengeance. Revenge is not a valid motive, it's an emotional response. No, not vengeance. Punishment.

    • Crazy credits
      The Marvel Comics logo features comic-book images of the Punisher in its pages; after it fully forms, it is shot three times and "bleeds" white paint which forms the Punisher's skull, and the film's title.
    • Alternate versions
      An unrated extended cut was released on DVD in the US November 2006, featuring 17 minutes of additional footage, expanding the film to nearly two and a half hours at 140 minutes total.
    • Connections
      Featured in Army of One: Punisher Origins (2004)
    • Soundtracks
      Swing Time
      Written by Daniel May

      Published by Revision West (BMI)

      Performed by Daniel May

      Courtesy of Marc Ferrari / MasterSource

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    • Release date
      • June 9, 2004 (France)
    • Countries of origin
      • United States
      • Germany
      • Japan
    • Languages
      • English
      • French
      • Czech
      • Hungarian
      • Danish
      • Spanish
      • German
    • Also known as
      • El castigador
    • Filming locations
      • Tampa, Florida, USA
    • Production companies
      • Lionsgate
      • Marvel Enterprises
      • Valhalla Motion Pictures
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    Box office

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    • Budget
      • $33,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $33,810,189
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $14,000,000
      • Apr 18, 2004
    • Gross worldwide
      • $54,700,105
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    • Runtime
      2 hours 4 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • DTS
      • Dolby Digital
      • SDDS
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.35 : 1

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