Unknown (2011)
A pulse-pounding identity thriller starring Liam Neeson as a man who wakes from a coma to find his entire life has been stolen.
Unknown - Movie Information
- Original Title: Unknown
- Release Year: 2011
- Directed by: Jaume Collet-Serra
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Action, Mystery, Thriller
- Age Rating (US): PG-13
- Runtime: 1h 53m
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English, German, Turkish, Arabic
- Release Date (Theatrical): February 16, 2011 (KZ - Б14), February 18, 2011 (United States - PG-13), March 4, 2011 (United Kingdom - 12A), March 3, 2011 (Germany - 16), March 2, 2011 (France - 12), February 17, 2011 (Australia - M), February 25, 2011 (Brazil - 14), February 28, 2011 (Italy - T), May 13, 2011 (Spain - 12), February 17, 2011 (South Korea - 15)
- Alternative Titles: 언노운 (KR), Sin identidad (MX), アンノウン：2011 (JP), Unknown Identity - Hol dir dein Leben zureuck (DE), Unknown (US), O agnostos (GR), Prenasledovaný (SK), Без име (BG)
- Production Companies: Panda Productions, Dark Castle Entertainment, StudioCanal, TF1 Films Production, Warner Bros. Pictures, Horticus UK, Studio Babelsberg
- Production Countries: United States of America, United Kingdom, France, Germany
Unknown - Plot
A man awakens from a coma, only to discover that someone has taken on his identity and that no one, (not even his wife), believes him. With the help of a young woman, he sets out to prove who he is.
Unknown - Trailer
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Take Back Your Life
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Unknown - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Jaume Collet-Serra
Main Cast
- Liam Neeson
- Diane Kruger
- January Jones
- Aidan Quinn
- Bruno Ganz
- Frank Langella
- Sebastian Koch
- Olivier Schneider
- Stipe Erceg
- Rainer Bock
Writers
- Oliver Butcher
- Stephen Cornwell
Producers
- Andrew Rona
- Joel Silver
- Leonard Goldberg
Unknown - FAQs
What is the twist ending of Unknown (2011) explained?
The twist reveals that Liam Neeson's character is not actually Dr. Martin Harris but a sleeper assassin whose real memories were accidentally replaced. The real Martin Harris is Aidan Quinn's character. Neeson's character ultimately turns against his handlers and helps foil the assassination plot he was originally sent to carry out.
Where can you stream or watch Unknown (2011)?
Unknown (2011) is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Availability may vary by region. Check JustWatch for the most current streaming and rental options in your area.
Is Unknown (2011) based on a true story?
No, Unknown (2011) is not based on a true story. It is adapted from the 2003 French novel 'Out of My Head' (Dans la tête de Bruno S.) by Didier Van Cauwelaert. The story is entirely fictional, though it draws on real-world themes of identity and espionage.
Who are the main actors in Unknown (2011)?
Unknown (2011) stars Liam Neeson as Dr. Martin Harris, Diane Kruger as taxi driver Gina, January Jones as Elizabeth Harris, Aidan Quinn as Martin B., Bruno Ganz as retired Stasi agent Ernst Jürgen, and Frank Langella as Rodney Cole.
What is Unknown (2011) about?
A man wakes from a coma in Berlin to find another man has assumed his identity and his wife does not recognize him. With the help of a taxi driver, he races to prove who he really is — only to uncover a shocking conspiracy that challenges everything he believes about himself.
What is the age rating for Unknown (2011)?
Unknown (2011) is rated PG-13 in the United States, meaning it may be unsuitable for children under 13. The film contains intense action sequences, violence, and some strong language. In the UK it carries a 12A certificate, and in Germany it is rated 16.
Who directed Unknown (2011) and what is the runtime?
Unknown (2011) was directed by Jaume Collet-Serra, the Spanish filmmaker known for his collaborations with Liam Neeson. The film runs for 1 hour and 53 minutes (113 minutes). It was written by Oliver Butcher and Stephen Cornwell.
What are movies similar to Unknown (2011)?
If you enjoyed Unknown (2011), you may also like The Lady Vanishes (1938), Mission: Impossible III (2006), Escape from New York (1981), The Omen (2006), and Don't Look Now (1973). These films share themes of paranoia, mistaken identity, and suspenseful chase narratives.
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