The Takedown (2022) movie poster

The Takedown (2022)

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"Two cops. One case. No clue."
ThumbScore
👍 49%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 42% (RT: 40%, MC: 43) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
ComedyAction

Where to Watch

Streaming
Netflix
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Director
Runtime
1h 59m
Country
France
Language
French
TMDB Rating
6.1/10 (507 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
40%
Metacritic
43
Cast
Omar Sy as Ousmane Diakhité
Laurent Lafitte as François Monge
Izïa Higelin as Alice
Dimitri Storoge as Brunner
Jo Prestia as Goran
Flavie Péan as Mrs. Brunner
Audiences say no. Just 49% of audiences liked it based on 507 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 42%.
Overview
Ousmane Diakité and François Monge are two cops with very different styles, backgrounds and careers. The unlikely pair are reunited once again for a new investigation that takes them across France. What seemed to be a simple drug deal turns out to be a much bigger criminal case wrapped in danger and unexpected comedy. Wikipedia ↗
Fun Facts
  • The initial cut of The Takedown was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
  • Louis Leterrier cited several classic comedy films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
  • It remains one of the highest-rated comedy films of 2022 among dedicated fans.
Audience Consensus

The Takedown is a 2022 comedy, action film directed by Louis Leterrier. Ousmane Diakité and François Monge are two cops with very different styles, backgrounds and careers. The unlikely pair are reunited once again for a new investigation that takes them across France.

What seemed to be a simple drug deal turns out to be a much bigger criminal case wrapped in danger and unexpected comedy. The film has been rated by 507 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a comedy film, The Takedown 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. The Takedown (2022) 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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