Prisoners Movie Cast, Plot and Everything to Know

Every moment matters.

Last modified: Dec. 14, 2013

Prisoners

Release Date: Friday, September 20, 2013 Theaters

A desperate father turns vigilante and abducts the man he suspects is behind the disappearance of his eight year old daughter and her best friend, after cops fail to find the little girls and release the suspect.

Director: Denis Villeneuve

Starring: Hugh Jackman • Jake Gyllenhaal • Melissa Leo • Paul Dano • Maria Bello

R Drama N/A

4.17 / 5.0

28% WILL SEE 72% WON'T SEE

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Plot – What's the story about?

Plot: How far would you go to protect your child? Keller Dover (Hugh Jackman) is facing every parent's worst nightmare. His six-year-old daughter, Anna, is missing, together with her young friend, Joy, and as minutes turn to hours, panic sets in. The only lead is a dilapidated RV that had earlier been parked on their street. Heading the investigation, Detective Loki (Jake Gyllenhaal) arrests its driver, Alex Jones (Paul Dano), but a lack of evidence forces the only suspect's release. Knowing his child's life is at stake, the frantic Dover decides he has no choice but to take matters into his own hands. The desperate father will do whatever it takes to find the girls, but in doing so, he may lose himself, begging the question: When do you cross the line between seeking justice and becoming a vigilante?

Drama Suspense Thriller

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Who stars in Prisoners – Cast List

Hugh Jackman
... Keller Dover

Song Sung Blue, The Sheep Detectives
Jake Gyllenhaal
... Detective Loki

The Bride!, Remain
Melissa Leo
... Holly Jones

Passenger, Oblivion
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Paul Dano
... Alex Jones

The Batman, Looper
Maria Bello
... Grace Dover

Better Start Swimming, Every Day
Viola Davis
... Nancy Birch

The Disappearance of Eleanor Rigby: Her, Air
Terrence Howard
... Franklin Birch

Iron Man, Crescent City
D
Dylan Minnette
Scream, Goosebumps

Who is making Prisoners – Crew List

A look at Prisoners behind-the-scenes crew and production team. The film's director Denis Villeneuve last helmed Dune: Part Two and Dune. The film's writer Aaron Guzikowski last penned Papillon and Contraband.

Director: Denis Villeneuve
Screenwriter: Aaron Guzikowski
Producers: Kira Davis
Broderick Johnson
Adam Kolbrenner
Andrew Kosove

Studios: Warner Bros. Pictures
Production Company: 8:38 Productions
Alcon Entertainment
Madhouse Entertainment

Production – What we know about the Prisoners

Movie Filming Timeline: Production Status Updates

Aug 2013

Completed

Changed Prisoners movie production status. MPAA rating announced; assumed completed.

Jun 2013

Post-Production

Changed the movie production status to Post-Production. The movie is now in the editing and finishing stages.

Oct 2012

Pre-Production

Changed the movie production status to Pre-Production. A February 2013 start in Atlanta is being eyed. Alcon is targeting a fall 2013 release through its output deal with Warner Bros.

Jul 2010

Pre-Production

Changed the movie production status to Pre-Production. Preparations are underway to start production.

Jul 2010

Development

Changed the movie production status to Development. The movie is likely in scripting, budgeting, or stuck in 'development hell.'

Jul 2010

Pre-Production

Changed the movie production status to Pre-Production. Preparations are underway to start production.

Jul 2009

Development

Changed the movie production status to Development. The movie is likely in scripting, budgeting, or stuck in 'development hell.'

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Additional Information

Parent Rating: R Restricted for disturbing violent content including torture, and language throughout
Runtime: N/A
Tagline: Every moment matters.
Also known as: Not available
Language: English

Prisoners Trailers and Clips

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Video Clip: Get in Car

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Every Moment Matters Featurette

Prisoners Release Date: When was the film released?

Prisoners was released in nationwide movie theaters on Friday, September 20 , 2013. There were 16 16 other movies released on the same date, including Battle of the Year, The Little Mermaid (Second Screen Live) and +1.