The Bourne Legacy (2012)
A new operative, a deadlier conspiracy — Jeremy Renner takes the reins in this gripping expansion of the Bourne universe.
The Bourne Legacy - Movie Information
- Original Title: The Bourne Legacy
- Release Year: 2012
- Directed by: Tony Gilroy
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Action, Thriller
- Age Rating (US): PG-13
- Runtime: 2h 15m
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English, Russian
- Release Date (Theatrical): August 8, 2012 (Singapore), August 10, 2012 (United States - PG-13), August 10, 2012 (Canada - 18A), August 13, 2012 (United Kingdom - 12A), September 13, 2012 (Germany - 12), September 19, 2012 (France - 12), August 16, 2012 (New Zealand), August 16, 2012 (Australia - M), September 7, 2012 (Brazil - 14), August 24, 2012 (Mexico), September 13, 2012 (Italy - T), August 15, 2012 (Spain - 12), September 6, 2012 (South Korea - 15)
- Alternative Titles: 본 레거시 (KR), Bourne IV: The Bourne Legacy (US), Jason Bourne 4 - L'Héritage (FR), Jason Bourne 4 - Das Bourne Vermächtnis (DE), 谍影重重4：伯恩的遗产 (CN), Bourne 4 El legado de Bourne (ES), 叛諜追擊4 機密逃殺 (TW), Jason Bourne 4 - Bourneův odkaz (CZ)
- Production Companies: Universal Pictures, Relativity Media, Captivate Entertainment, dentsu, The Kennedy/Marshall Company
- Production Countries: United States of America
The Bourne Legacy - Plot
New CIA operative Aaron Cross experiences life-or-death stakes that have been triggered by the previous actions of Jason Bourne.
The Bourne Legacy - Trailer
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The Bourne Legacy - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Tony Gilroy
Main Cast
- Jeremy Renner
- Rachel Weisz
- Edward Norton
- Stacy Keach
- Dennis Boutsikaris
- Oscar Isaac
- Joan Allen
- Albert Finney
- David Strathairn
- Scott Glenn
Writers
- Tony Gilroy
- Dan Gilroy
Producers
- Frank Marshall
- Patrick Crowley
- Lope V. Juban Jr.
- Jeffrey M. Weiner
- Ben Smith
The Bourne Legacy - FAQs
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Is Aaron Cross ever connected to Jason Bourne?
Aaron Cross and Jason Bourne never meet on screen in The Bourne Legacy. Cross is a separate operative from a parallel program called Outcome. The events of the film run concurrently with those of The Bourne Ultimatum, with Bourne's exposure triggering the government's decision to eliminate all Outcome agents.
Who are the main actors in The Bourne Legacy?
The Bourne Legacy stars Jeremy Renner as Aaron Cross and Rachel Weisz as Dr. Marta Shearing. Edward Norton plays the antagonist Byer. The film also features Oscar Isaac, Joan Allen, Albert Finney, David Strathairn, Scott Glenn, Stacy Keach, and Dennis Boutsikaris.
What is The Bourne Legacy about?
The Bourne Legacy follows CIA operative Aaron Cross, a genetically enhanced agent from the covert Outcome program. When Jason Bourne's exposure forces the government to shut down all black-ops programs and eliminate their operatives, Cross must fight to survive alongside scientist Dr. Marta Shearing while evading relentless pursuit.
Is The Bourne Legacy based on a true story?
The Bourne Legacy is not based on a true story. It is an original screenplay by Tony Gilroy and Dan Gilroy, expanding the fictional Bourne universe created by author Robert Ludlum. While the film draws on real-world themes of government covert operations and pharmaceutical enhancement programs, all characters and events are fictional.
What is the age rating for The Bourne Legacy?
The Bourne Legacy is rated PG-13 in the United States, meaning it may be unsuitable for children under 13 without parental guidance. The rating reflects intense action sequences, violence, and some strong language. In the UK it carries a 12A certificate, and in Canada it is rated 18A.
Who directed The Bourne Legacy?
The Bourne Legacy was directed by Tony Gilroy, who had previously written the screenplays for all three earlier Bourne films. This marked his second feature directorial effort after Michael Clayton (2007). Gilroy also co-wrote the script with his brother Dan Gilroy.
How long is The Bourne Legacy?
The Bourne Legacy has a runtime of 2 hours and 15 minutes (135 minutes). It is the longest entry in the Bourne film series, allowing the story to develop Aaron Cross as a new protagonist while weaving in the parallel timeline of events from The Bourne Ultimatum.
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