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Fifty Dead Men Walking

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2008 | 117 min | Action, Thriller

Sunday Safe Betearly rating

Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet

It earned strong reviews (83% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had a box office flop and almost no lasting buzz. A safe bet when you want something reliable.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for anyone who likes to be kept guessing and action fans. Critics rate it higher than audiences do, so it rewards patience more than it chases thrills.
The mood
Tense.
The pace
Fast-moving, at 1 hr 57 min.
What might put you off
Rated R: meant for adults.

It's 1989, and in a Belfast torn apart by conflict and terrorism, petty criminal Marty McGartland is recruited by the British police to infiltrate the IRA. Guided by Special Forces officer 'Fergus', McGartland gains unparalleled insight into the organisation's dealings, providing his British handler with priceless, life-saving information. Based on a true story.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsStrong

    83% on Rotten Tomatoes, 57 on Metacritic

  • AudiencesBelow par

    6.3 out of 10

  • AwardsNot counted

    No major awards or nominations

  • Box office & staying powerWeak

    $2 million worldwide; still draws a steady audience long after release

  • Buzz & cultural impactWeak

    About 23K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Kari Skogland

  • Ben KingsleyFergus
  • Jim SturgessMartin
  • Kevin ZegersSean
  • Natalie PressLara
  • Rose McGowanGrace
  • Tom CollinsMikey
  • William HoustonRay
  • Michael McElhattonRobbie
  • Laura HughesMary
  • Gerard JordanKieran