Rules of Engagement (2000) movie poster

Rules of Engagement (2000)

"A hero should never have to stand alone."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 81%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 40% (RT: 36%, MC: 45) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Runtime
2h 8m
Country
United States of America, Germany
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.3/10 (778 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
36%
Metacritic
45
Cast
Tommy Lee Jones as Col. Hayes Lawrence "Hodge" Hodges II
Samuel L. Jackson as Col. Terry L. Childers
Guy Pearce as Maj. Mark Biggs
Ben Kingsley as Ambassador Mourain
Bruce Greenwood as National Security Advisor Bill Sokal
Anne Archer as Mrs. Mourain
Blair Underwood as Capt. Lee
Philip Baker Hall as Gen. H. Lawrence Hodges
Most people think so. 81% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 778 votes. Critics scored it lower at 40%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
A Marine Colonel is brought to court-martial after ordering his men to fire on demonstrators surrounding the American embassy in Yemen. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
  • The iconic poster for Rules of Engagement was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
  • It remains one of the highest-rated war films of 2000 among dedicated fans.
Audience Consensus

Rules of Engagement is a 2000 war, drama film directed by William Friedkin. A Marine Colonel is brought to court-martial after ordering his men to fire on demonstrators surrounding the American embassy in Yemen. The film has been rated by 778 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a war film, Rules of Engagement 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. Rules of Engagement (2000) 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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