Apex (2021)
A wrongfully imprisoned ex-cop battles for survival against six ruthless hunters on a remote island in this pulse-pounding action thriller.
Apex - Movie Information
- Original Title: Apex
- Release Year: 2021
- Directed by: Edward Drake
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Action, Thriller, Sci-Fi
- Age Rating (US): PG-13
- Runtime: 1h 33m
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- Release Date (Theatrical): November 25, 2021 (South Korea - 15)
- Alternative Titles: Apex (US), Преступный квест (RU), משחק הניצודים (IL), 獵殺時刻 (TW), 獵殺時刻 (HK), Apex Predator (UK)
- Production Companies: 308 Enterprises, BondIt Media Capital, Buffalo 8 Productions, Head Gear Films, Kreo Films, Metrol Technology
- Production Countries: Canada, United Arab Emirates, United States of America, United Kingdom
Apex - Plot
Ex-cop Thomas Malone is serving a life sentence for a crime he didn't commit. He is offered a chance at freedom if he can survive a deadly game of Apex, in which six hunters pay for the pleasure of hunting another human on a remote island. He accepts, and once he arrives, all hell breaks loose.
Apex - Trailer
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The hunters will be hunted.
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Apex - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Edward Drake
Main Cast
- Neal McDonough
- Bruce Willis
- Corey Large
- Alexia Fast
- Nels Lennarson
- Megan Peta Hill
- Trevor Gretzky
- Joe Munroe
- Lochlyn Munro
- Insha Pathan
Writers
- Edward Drake
- Corey Large
Producers
- Sean Patrick O'Reilly
- Corey Large
Apex - FAQs
Is Apex based on a true story or source material?
Apex is not based on a true story, but it draws clear inspiration from Richard Connell's classic 1924 short story "The Most Dangerous Game," which popularized the concept of humans hunting other humans. The screenplay was written by director Edward Drake and co-star Corey Large as an original action-thriller.
Where can you stream Apex (2021)?
Apex (2021) is available to stream on Tubi TV and The Roku Channel for free with ads. It can also be streamed via AMC+ Amazon Channel and Philo with a subscription. Digital rental and purchase options are available on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
Who are the main actors in Apex?
Apex stars Bruce Willis as ex-cop Thomas Malone, the man hunted for sport, and Neal McDonough as Dr. Samuel Rainsford, one of the hunters. The supporting cast includes Corey Large, Alexia Fast, Nels Lennarson, Megan Peta Hill, Trevor Gretzky, Joe Munroe, and Lochlyn Munro.
What is Apex (2021) about?
Apex follows Thomas Malone, a wrongfully imprisoned ex-cop offered his freedom if he survives a brutal game called Apex. Six wealthy hunters pay to pursue him across a remote island. Once the game begins, Malone turns the tables, transforming from prey into a formidable threat against his pursuers.
What is the age rating for Apex?
Apex is rated PG-13 in the United States. The rating reflects the film's action violence, intense sequences, and thriller elements. Viewers under 13 should watch with parental guidance. The film contains scenes involving hunting, explosions, land mines, and life-threatening situations throughout its runtime.
How long is Apex and when was it released?
Apex has a runtime of 1 hour and 33 minutes (93 minutes). The film was released in the United States on November 12, 2021, and had a South Korean release on November 25, 2021, with a 15 age certificate. It was directed by Edward Drake and produced across Canada, the UAE, the US, and the UK.
Did Bruce Willis perform his own stunts in Apex?
There is no confirmed public information about Bruce Willis performing his own stunts in Apex. The film was produced during a period when Willis was appearing in numerous low-budget action features. Willis plays Thomas Malone, a resourceful ex-cop who must outwit and outmaneuver six armed hunters on a remote island.
What are movies similar to Apex (2021)?
If you enjoyed Apex, similar films worth watching include Fortress 2 (2000), Resident Evil (2002), and Lake Placid (1999) for their survival and action elements. The human-hunting premise also connects Apex thematically to other man-vs-man survival thrillers in the action and sci-fi genre.
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