Metro (1997) movie poster

Metro (1997)

"LIFE IS A NEGOTIATION."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 72%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 29% (RT: 17%, MC: 41) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
ActionComedyCrime

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Director
Runtime
1h 57m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
5.7/10 (605 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
17%
Metacritic
41
Cast
Eddie Murphy as Inspector Scott Roper
Kim Miyori as Detective Kimura
Art Evans as Lt. Sam Baffett
James Carpenter as Officer Forbes
Michael Rapaport as Kevin McCall
Donal Logue as Earl
Jeni Chua as Debbie
Dick Bright as Bank Manager
Most people think so. 72% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 605 votes. Critics scored it lower at 29%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
Roper, a hostage negotiator catches a murderous bank robber after a blown heist. The bank robber escapes and immediately goes after the man who put him behind bars. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • Eddie Murphy spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
  • The initial cut of Metro was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
  • It remains one of the highest-rated action films of 1997 among dedicated fans.
Audience Consensus

Metro is a 1997 action, comedy, crime film directed by Thomas Carter. Roper, a hostage negotiator catches a murderous bank robber after a blown heist. The bank robber escapes and immediately goes after the man who put him behind bars.

The film has been rated by 605 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a action film, Metro delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences.

Metro (1997) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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