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Wanted
2008
Suspense/Thriller, Crime
1h 50m
A young man (McAvoy) finds out his long lost father is an assassin. And when his father is murdered, the son is recruited into his father's old organization and trained by a man named Sloan (Freeman) to follow in his dad's footsteps.
Directed by:
Timur BekmambetovWanted
2008
Suspense/Thriller, Crime
1h 50m
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Rated 15 May 2019
78
39th
The Matrix + Fight Club + Assassin's Creed - any logic or coherency whatsoever = this thing.
Rated 15 May 2019
Rated 26 Aug 2008
9
7th
"Wanted" is as predictable as a daytime soap opera with sequences that scream their arrival about a good 10 minutes earlier, let alone the actual story. After a 50 odd year career, Terence Stamp still acts as well as a shower curtain. I give all 9 points to McAvoy's torso only.
Rated 26 Aug 2008
Rated 16 Mar 2018
79
29th
Apparently one of the writers of the book wrote Kick-Ass and Kingsman. This one is definitely more over the top and absurd, but it fully embraces its ridiculousness. This isn't for you if you can't handle that. I personally had a good time with it, and this is probably as good as Bekmambetov is gonna get to be honest. He's a good director. His screenplays are ho-hum. Good effects and turn from McAvoy. I certainly don't think it's one of the worst movies ever made. It's quite entertaining.
Rated 16 Mar 2018
Rated 19 Nov 2009
35
10th
Despite a cool premise this movie fails miserably. The characters are annoying and completely unlikable. The acting ranges from mediocre to bad (but in fairness it seemed like some just weren't trying). The cinematography is over-stylized and suffers from the annoying Zak Snyder effect of random bits of slow-mo meshed in normal time. There are a few cool action scenes but nothing you haven't seen before in The Matrix, Shoot 'Em Up or a Zak Snyder movie. Not worth the time.
Rated 19 Nov 2009
Rated 27 Aug 2010
75
0th
After you put this movie in, you may be slightly confused. I encourage you to leave the film in, it is definitely worth it. For action seekers, this movie is perfect. Based on the life of an assassin, this movie stretches the impossible and leaves you in awe through many scenes. This movie is full of action and will hold you to your seat waiting to see what will happen next. I suggest this movie to anyone who doesn't mind the occasional curse word in exchange for intense action displays.
Rated 27 Aug 2010
Rated 25 Feb 2010
59
37th
Take The Matrix with Shoot 'Em Up (minus the humour) and a dash of Fight Club and you've got Wanted. Granted it's not as good as any of these films but it's entertaining on an absurdly over-the-top level. Personally I enjoyed this more than the comic which, like the movie, is just a testosterone laden absurdity but was far more teen-angsty. I guess the film does offer a commentary on unending loyalty to men only out for personal gain but really that takes a pretty big back seat to action.
Rated 25 Feb 2010
Rated 05 Jan 2009
1
12th
I was drunk and didn't even enjoy this. My god, it's dumb.
Rated 05 Jan 2009
Rated 20 Jul 2008
77
61st
A decent Thriller/Suspense flick. has some great bloody action sequences, and good acting from Morgan Freeman and Angelina.
Rated 20 Jul 2008
Rated 02 Jul 2008
70
57th
I'm basically gonna compare this to Shoot 'em Up, because it caters to the same audience in me. Completely over the top, physicsbreaking action and style masking a pretty silly plot with no substance. But, just like Shoot em Up, the action more than makes up for it. They gave Timur Bekmambetov a legit budget, and he made it shine. The stunts and effects were jaw-dropping. Also, it's goddamn hilarious. Totally satisfying. I was grinning like an asshole the entire time.
Rated 02 Jul 2008
Rated 15 Jul 2019
58
31st
I might have gone into this with different expectations if I'd known it was based on a comic - seems obvious after the fact. It is entirely ridiculous, but in a fun, violent way, and there are plenty of likeable moments dotted throughout the film. The cast was really good. I just didn't feel particularly entertained by it. Maybe I was just a bit cranky. I'll try and give it another shot.
Rated 15 Jul 2019
Rated 24 Jul 2009
83
85th
It really looks great, awesome, superb, but on the other hand, the story isn't really a story. It's actually more some sort of lame excuse to shoot and kill as much as possible in a film.. But.. That's ok in this one! All we want here are effects; action and shooting, and that's what we get!
Rated 24 Jul 2009
Rated 28 Sep 2008
71
29th
Right from the start, the movie's wanton disregard for physics is on display and lets you know precisely what you're in for. It's silly and gets continually sillier but it's also quite fun.
Rated 28 Sep 2008
Rated 05 Oct 2019
67
31st
FIGHT CLUB/MATRIX mash-up is fun to start with, but has an icy cold ugliness at its core which makes the unnecessarily convoluted plot, and unpleasant characters, difficult to connect with or find particularly endearing. Some well designed car chases are the highlight, gleefully leaning in to their absurdity, and Jolie and McAvoy do their best to bring some levity to the situation. Only odd note: why drag Stamp into it and do virtually nothing with him?
Rated 05 Oct 2019
Rated 27 Jul 2010
80
63rd
I saw this with a bunch of action-savvy mates of mine and we all saw at least one cool new action movie convention that we'd always wanted to see in an action film. The morality about the questionable "loom of fate" is initially silly, but I think it gets explained pretty solidly. McAvoy's character is relatable through some well-written and contemporary filmic scenes, but his rise to action-star is only by "chosen one" luck which undermines the self-righteous final line.
Rated 27 Jul 2010
Rated 12 Oct 2009
50
33rd
Average actioner carried by more than a few over-the-top and visually stunning action shots.
Rated 12 Oct 2009
Rated 01 Sep 2009
49
42nd
A super exciting action movie with great direction and a great ending. Just don't think about it too much.
Rated 01 Sep 2009
Rated 13 Aug 2009
75
85th
Pretty good actionmovie, I think a little the same as "the matrix" with all those slow-motion bullets. A.Jolie looked terrific with all those tattoo's. Hilarious action-scenes, nice done.
Rated 13 Aug 2009
Rated 10 May 2009
85
85th
If you can get past a few of the over the top improbable action scenes, its a decent movie with a great message and theme.
Rated 10 May 2009
Rated 07 May 2009
4
71st
"Wanted works exceptionally on its own terms. McAvoy crashes the A-list, Jolie reclaims her star status, and Bekmambetov proves the most exciting action emigre since John Woo."
Rated 07 May 2009
Rated 20 Jan 2009
7
0th
One of the worst things I've ever, ever seen. The main kid has a highly irritating nasal scream that you have to listen to repeatedly for the first 45 minutes, considering that his character makes Frodo look well hard. The film is a festival of the most implausible things ever; the writing is simply awful.
Rated 20 Jan 2009
Rated 07 Jan 2009
66
37th
If it wasn't trying so hard to be gen-X bad ass then it might've been decent. An interesting story that threw in elements like fate vs. choice without any real consideration. James McAvoy was not a good choice.
Rated 07 Jan 2009
Rated 09 Dec 2008
83
76th
One kick ass movie with one smokin' hot lead actress. Even if you don't like it, u can't deny how fun it is. Grade: B Plus
Rated 09 Dec 2008
Rated 19 Nov 2008
0
0th
Worst movie i watched in 2008. And might be the worst movie ever (after watching few thousands of movies, i say it for the first time). It has no excuse, like low budget, unprofessional actors, or simply being campy b-movie trash. It is BIG, smelly, expensive Holywood turd. Period.
Rated 19 Nov 2008
Rated 08 Nov 2008
34
11th
Wanted: 100 minutes of my life back.
Rated 08 Nov 2008
Rated 17 Oct 2008
85
73rd
So far one of the most kick ass action movies of 08. Lots of car chasing, cap busting, mind blowing stunts and fx not to mention Ms. Jolie playing a cool and sexy assassin that was very easy on my eyes. What are you waiting for? Go see WANTED!!!
Rated 17 Oct 2008
Rated 09 Aug 2008
85
85th
Guilty pleasure, and the ranking is augmented by my LOVE for Angie. But dammit, this whole film is a case study in indulgence. Over-the-top, pretty satisfying plot twist, and Freeman going all Samuel L. Jackson ("Shoot this mothafucka!"). Some people "got their feelings hurt" by the little pot-shot at the end of the flick, but guess what? You chose to spend $10 and a couple hours satisfying your own perverse need to be entertained instead of doing something more worthwhile. Suck it up, princess.
Rated 09 Aug 2008
Rated 01 Aug 2008
85
66th
I was curious to see what can Bekmambetov do with Hollywood money and, I have to say, left the cinema very satisfied. It's basically still his David-Fincher-on-cocaine routine, but this time it's executed with so much confidence and grace that a new style is born (what should we call it, sur-action?). Pure brainless entertainment, even if it is a bit too slow in the second act, rolling over you with all the subtlety of a Russian tank.
Rated 01 Aug 2008
Rated 28 Jul 2008
69
46th
The action looks great and the plot is great whenever it follows the comic. Sadly the rest of it's garbage. Oh, and Angelina has lost way too much weight.
Rated 28 Jul 2008
Rated 26 Jul 2008
65
40th
The hyperestilized visuals and compelling performances fulfill expectations for a fun time at the movies.
Rated 26 Jul 2008
Rated 20 Jul 2008
70
27th
Physically impossible mindlessness with a purpose. McAvoy is a very good comedic actor.
Rated 20 Jul 2008
Rated 20 Jul 2008
60
62nd
A silly film with some of the most intense action scenes I've seen in a long time,it has a good cast that do a good job.All in all a good film which is worth a watch for the eye candy and not a lot else.
Rated 20 Jul 2008
Rated 04 Jul 2008
6
35th
Trash, but the good kind. Dropped a few points for insulting the audience, wasn't necessary and kinda pissed me off...
Rated 04 Jul 2008
Rated 02 Jul 2008
55
52nd
Forget bullet dodging, bullet curling is the sport of the day. After trailer into the eye and guts candy at the beggining I was drawn off by the cubicle guy getting Potter&Neoized. I got hard again after action picked back on and enjoyed most of the action design madness. All the Ffraternity stuff is not much better than late Jumper though. McAvoy has a substantial presence I've seen him pulling through two totally different movies. Jolie was yummy, Freeman as the usual cool explanation guy.
Rated 02 Jul 2008
Rated 01 Jul 2008
75
67th
"Wanted" makes more use of it's stylish action and characters than its surface would have you believe. The movie works as an interesting hybrid of "The Matrix" and "Fight Club," an ultraviolent blood-spattering flick that is uber-obsessed with violence and slow-motion camera trickery. And I will say, it's well-acted, exciting, the plot is interesting, and while somewhat familiar, it's quite a ride that knows how to entertain.
Rated 01 Jul 2008
Rated 01 Jul 2008
3
24th
Wanted is a stupid movie. It's not a bad movie, hell it's even good, but it's still stupid. Amidst all of the stupid there are a handful of crazy, death-defying action scenes that make this movie worth the ride. James McAvoy fits the role nicely, Angelina Jolie is hot and blows up shit, Morgan Freeman says "fuck" a couple of times, and a lot of heads explode. If that sounds interesting, by all means go and see it.
Rated 01 Jul 2008
Rated 01 Jul 2008
5
57th
A fun, kinetic bit of largely tongue-in-cheek hyperviolence. It's always nice in this age of the PG-13 blockbuster to see a good profane bloody gory R-rated action flick on the big screen.
Rated 01 Jul 2008
Rated 30 Jun 2008
71
44th
The trailers make Wanted out to be maybe the worst movie ever made... or at least close to it. But really, Wanted is actually pretty cool. The storyline is simple but it works, and it's familiar enough where you really don't need to pay attention to anything but the stylish over-the-top action sequences that are both well-choreographed and well shot. Leads for a good start to what may become a good franchise but will probably end up much, much worse in its definite sequels.
Rated 30 Jun 2008
Rated 30 Jun 2008
81
78th
Putting aside the negation of the laws of physics in this movie, it stands out among most other action flicks in the near past making it a supurb movie.
Rated 30 Jun 2008
Rated 29 Jun 2008
25
20th
Like Office Space and Fight Club, it exploits feelings of emasculation. Typically, my response would be "Get over it," but Wanted gets a few nice fights out of it at least and, with Jolie, introduces a femme fatale who is ultimately much more exciting than anything else on the screen.
Rated 29 Jun 2008
Rated 19 Jun 2008
99
99th
This movie somehow finds a way to walk a very thin line of being arguably the most entertaining film of all time, and yet still delivers an extremely intriguing premise. At no point does it even seem to threaten to lose its balance walking this line either. I have never in my life been so pleasantly surprised at the conclusion of a film This one now rests as one of my favorites of all time, and that is not a compliment I am willing to just toss around lightly.
Rated 19 Jun 2008
Rated 20 Jun 2018
68
37th
From a story point of view, Wanted could use a little work. James McAvoy is predictable great in one of his earlier roles. Overall the number one reason to check this one out is the well shot and totally AWESOME action/gun play sequences.
Rated 20 Jun 2018
Rated 09 Apr 2018
79
72nd
Almost brilliant.
Rated 09 Apr 2018
Rated 28 Mar 2018
60
25th
My brain lasted maybe 20 minutes and then was all like “fuck this I’m outta here”.
Rated 28 Mar 2018
Rated 20 Jan 2018
50
14th
Entertaining despite how bad it is.
Rated 20 Jan 2018
Rated 11 Jan 2017
80
13th
Bullet bending bullet time. Some physics are way off but this is a fast and fun film with inspired elements. Great characters, awesome action and great payoff.
Rated 11 Jan 2017
Rated 28 Apr 2016
14
72nd
W4E2P1S1V2M1A1R2. Sure it's cheesy and overwrought, but it's great. Maybe it's because it's the unconventional James McAvoy doing all the shooting, similar to how Chris Pratt is becoming such a lovable and unexpected action star.
Rated 28 Apr 2016
Rated 16 Dec 2015
85
53rd
Surprisingly amusing, and apparently inspired by Fight Club.
Rated 16 Dec 2015
Rated 30 Aug 2015
100
91st
The last line of the movie is the filmmakers' middle finger and confident challenge to the other bloated, homogenized, over budgeted, vanilla summer action movies as of recent.
Rated 30 Aug 2015
Rated 24 Jun 2015
70
71st
This is an entertaining and well-made rip-off of The Matrix and Fight Club. And I guess if you are going to steal, steal from the best. However, the overshadowing problem with Wanted is that McAvoy is really bad and unconvincing as both the depressed whiner and the badass, while Ed Norton was amazing in Fight Club.
Rated 24 Jun 2015
Rated 06 Jun 2015
5
24th
The set-up in the first half-hour here is terribly contrived and cheesy, but it leads to an exciting premise capped off by a couple of good plot twists near the end. The over-the-top action along with the abundance of f-bombs and unique slow-motion shots combine to make an entertaining in-your-face experience (the "FUCK YOU" in airborne keyboard letters was particularly cool) but it occasionally feels too try-hard. Mostly bad acting regrettably cements this mixed bag of a film in mediocrity.
Rated 06 Jun 2015
Rated 30 Sep 2014
5
2nd
A completely unbelievable premise. I mean cmon! Angelina Jolie does not know how to drive.
Rated 30 Sep 2014
Rated 20 Aug 2013
60
40th
The plot was simplistic, and yet confusing - what the hell is the deal with the loom? I didn't get it, even after reading a plot summary. The main actor's performance wasn't great, either. But the action scenes and general flow of the movie worked quite well.
Rated 20 Aug 2013
Rated 21 May 2013
77
42nd
Insane, but the best kind of insane. Reminds me of Dredd, actually, (which of course came later, although I saw it first), with the slow-mo hyper-stylised violence and the hyperactive adrenaline-fuelled action sequences.
Rated 21 May 2013
Rated 24 Mar 2013
72
35th
I enjoy an occasional mindless, over-the-top action packed violent flick here and there. Nothing about it is plausible, believable, but for the action movie fanatic, it's highly enjoyable.
Rated 24 Mar 2013
Rated 23 Dec 2012
29
3rd
The ultimate nerd fulfillment fantasy: You! Yes, you the dorky guy who no one appreciates, are actually special! But you don't have to really do anything for it, because you were born special! If you just grow some BALLS and stop being a PUSSY you'll make out with Angelina Jolie and be the coolest guy in the world! All this and more in just six weeks! Only $19.99 plus shipping and handling.
Rated 23 Dec 2012
Rated 19 Dec 2012
70
76th
over the top.... but i still enjoyed it alot
Rated 19 Dec 2012
Rated 12 Sep 2012
1
20th
Tedious, jeopardy-free CG-actioner. Garbage.
Rated 12 Sep 2012
Rated 06 Aug 2012
73
45th
Agreed with others about how this movie uses the theme present in Office Space/Matrix/Fight Club where you bust out of a dead-end life into something exciting, and isn't too original in this aspect. The Loom of Fate thing was neat though, and at least there were lots of twists and "who do you trust?" issues going around, and much action.
Rated 06 Aug 2012
Rated 10 Jul 2012
71
54th
Wanted is a fast-paced, crackling thrill ride tailor-made for the Summer audience.
Rated 10 Jul 2012
Rated 02 May 2012
92
62nd
Good movie with great special effects
Rated 02 May 2012
Rated 23 Dec 2011
86
81st
A truly great action film. Some of the best shot sequences ever put to film.
Rated 23 Dec 2011
Rated 21 Dec 2011
79
77th
This movie is a fun ride. The movie starts off great with the office scenes and continues with fun action sequences. The actors all seem to be having fun with their roles.
Rated 21 Dec 2011
Rated 08 Dec 2011
85
90th
[Rewatch]
Wanted gets better with each watch! The film is slick, has a high level of Action, is fast paced and the impressive on many levels, adapted from a Graphic Novel, we go from zero to hero with an audience pleasing plot.
The graphics were highly impressive, with some very unique visuals, the main character was developed well and the back story of the Fraternity and the assassinations were well written.
This is a film that will be watched over and over.
Rated 08 Dec 2011
Rated 17 Sep 2011
61
41st
Repeat viewings don't do it any favors but it's still overly over the top fun. Suprisingly better than its source material as well.
Rated 17 Sep 2011
Rated 08 May 2011
50
17th
This is a retarded, terrible, horrible, no good film, and yet so endlessly watchable. One of my most terrible guilty pleasures.
Rated 08 May 2011
Rated 10 Apr 2011
75
45th
Simply preposterous, but Timur Bekmambetov and James McAvoy make it watchable. I'll never look at rats the same way again.
Rated 10 Apr 2011
Rated 08 Mar 2011
85
78th
fuck; this is how action movies should be in the 21st century. wide shots, extravagant action sequences, an industrial soundtrack and a powerful vibe. this is the most successful action flick ever since matrix came and changed the game forever in 99. apart from the music and a few issues with the script, bekmambetov does everything right with his first foray into hollywood. absolutely mind-blowing, and an absolute wonder to a mind strained with challenging arthouse films. well done timur. bravo.
Rated 08 Mar 2011
Rated 31 Jan 2011
70
54th
One of the dumbest movies I've ever seen, but (I believe intentionally) hilarious, and very well executed.
Rated 31 Jan 2011
Rated 09 Jan 2011
47
13th
very stupid. But 'Fate' by Danny Elfman is a top tune and made some of the action scenes.
Rated 09 Jan 2011
Rated 01 Aug 2010
84
52nd
If you want some slick action scene's, watch this one.
Rated 01 Aug 2010
Rated 27 Jul 2010
75
32nd
I really took a liking to this movie.
Rated 27 Jul 2010
Rated 14 Jul 2010
7
28th
Wanted is a big, loud, and stupid action movie. It is well aware of this, and rather than take itself seriously, it decides to just have fun. And it does. Its action scenes are directed with considerable style. The actors know what kind of movie this is, and play their roles accordingly. James McAvoy has a good everyman quality that makes him likeable. Jolie is seductive and dangerous as the appropriately named Fox. Morgan Freeman is Morgan Freeman. You could do a lot worse than Wanted, really.
Rated 14 Jul 2010
Rated 01 May 2010
75
37th
Visually very good and impressive movie. The first half is intriguing, but it gets a bit boring during the latter half.
Rated 01 May 2010
Rated 24 Feb 2010
75
58th
The office scenes are reminiscent of Fight Club. Over the top and enjoyable.
Rated 24 Feb 2010
Rated 05 Feb 2010
56
19th
Even though it is fun to watch, many of the movie's ideas seem rather ridiculous.
Rated 05 Feb 2010
Rated 25 Jan 2010
48
30th
::shrug:: The action sequences were good/varied, but there's not much else to this film, sadly. The characters weren't even likeable, to be honest.
Rated 25 Jan 2010
Rated 25 Dec 2009
0
4th
Physics, what are those?
Rated 25 Dec 2009
Rated 18 Dec 2009
55
29th
Entertaining with great special effects and surround sound and a gorgeous Jolie shooting around with cool guns. The story was as expected quite unsatisfactory with very predictable scenes, but the over-the-top action was just entertaining enough to counter that.
Rated 18 Dec 2009
Rated 02 Nov 2009
83
50th
Pretty cool effects, but they really overdid the gratuitous swear word, and I'm not a prude. They easily could've (and should've) made this a PG-13 film and reached a whole more eager and appropriate fanbase.
Rated 02 Nov 2009
Rated 28 Sep 2009
74
79th
The civilian body count in this movie is huge. The Terminator would not be amused.
Rated 28 Sep 2009
Rated 01 Aug 2009
95
96th
I thought this was wickedly sweet. CGI and the whole story and...OK, uhm I liked Jo-lips too lol. The beginning and end sequences were well made, and the whole look of it. I had to stop it and play it a few times and in slow-mo to see wtf just happened...Yes!!! what a cool flick!
Rated 01 Aug 2009
Rated 26 Jun 2009
4
81st
Pretty funny at times and good-ish action. Really enjoyable.
Rated 26 Jun 2009
Rated 12 Jun 2009
64
53rd
Young man follows into dead Dad's trade; assasin.
Rated 12 Jun 2009
Rated 03 May 2009
70
78th
This movie has nothing to do with the comic but... they've done a good job, bending bullets... explosive rats... original stuff. I hope that we will see The Killer suit in the sequel.
Rated 03 May 2009
Rated 29 Apr 2009
58
23rd
Ridiculously, insanely over the top and meaningless action. That just sums this movie. It surely is a "wanted" movie that you "want" to see.
Rated 29 Apr 2009
Rated 19 Apr 2009
80
70th
"Simply wants to dazzle you for 100 minutes, at least enough to get you excited for the DVD release and yep, the eventual sequel. Count me in for both please."
Rated 19 Apr 2009
Rated 13 Apr 2009
85
62nd
This was really amazing. Action packed and keeps you on your nerves
Rated 13 Apr 2009
Rated 09 Apr 2009
65
67th
Now, you don't get to see bullet bending assassins in every movie, hokay? This movie is capable of meeting the expectations of the fans of the genre.
Rated 09 Apr 2009
Rated 19 Mar 2009
30
61st
"...has an infectious absurdity that you can't help but admire."
Rated 19 Mar 2009
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