National Security
“They only look like cops.”
Synopsis
Earl Montgomery, a bombastic police academy reject, and Hank Rafferty, a disgraced, mild-mannered cop, can't seem to escape each other. They met on opposite sides of the law during a routine traffic stop that escalated out of control; now as lowly security guards they're thrown together to bust a smuggling operation.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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National Security - TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2011-11-10
Top Cast
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Martin Lawrence
Earl Montgomery
Steve Zahn
Hank Rafferty
Colm Feore
Detective Frank McDuff
Bill Duke
Lieutenant Washington
Eric Roberts
Nash
Timothy Busfield
Charlie Reed
Robinne Lee
Denise
Brett Cullen
Heston
Ken Lerner
Hank's Lawyer
Matt McCoy
Robert Barton
Joe Flaherty
Owen Fergus
Mari Morrow
Lola
Cleo King
Woman in Car
Gerry Del Sol
Booking Clerk
Stephen Tobolowsky
Billy Narthax
Keith Cooke
Ang
Mike Brady
Smith
Troy Gilbert
Cain
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 17, 2003
Wide Cinema Exhibition
September 22, 2003
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$50.1M
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Dennis Dugan
- Screenplay & Story
- David Ronn, Jay Scherick
- Original Score
- Randy Edelman
- Original Title
- National Security
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
- Worldwide Gross
- $50.1M
- Production Studios
- Columbia Pictures, The Firm, Intermedia Films, Outlaw Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Dennis Dugan
David Ronn, Jay Scherick
Randy Edelman
Oliver Wood, Don McCuaig
Debra Neil-Fisher
Robert Newmyer, Jeffrey Silver, Michael Green, Moritz Borman, Guy East
Department Leadership Roster
Dennis Dugan
Director
Randy Edelman
Original Music Composer
Oliver Wood
Director of Photography
Joel Kramer
Stunt Coordinator
Robert Newmyer
Producer
Jeffrey Silver
Producer
Michael Green
Producer
Larry Fulton
Production Design
Debra Neil-Fisher
Editor
April Ferry
Costume Design
Mickey Gilbert
Stunt Coordinator
Stan Lee Rice
Stunt Coordinator
David D. Johnson
Visual Effects Supervisor
David Ronn
Writer
Jay Scherick
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About National Security
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is National Security about?
Earl Montgomery, a bombastic police academy reject, and Hank Rafferty, a disgraced, mild-mannered cop, can't seem to escape each other. They met on opposite sides of the law during a routine traffic stop that escalated out of control; now as lowly security guards they're thrown together to bust a smuggling operation.
Who directed National Security?
National Security was directed by Dennis Dugan.
Who stars in National Security?
The principal cast of National Security includes Martin Lawrence, Steve Zahn, Colm Feore, Bill Duke, Eric Roberts.
When was National Security released and how long is it?
National Security was released in 2003 with a total runtime of 1h 29m.
How much did National Security make at the box office?
National Security grossed $50.1M in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for National Security?
The original motion picture soundtrack for National Security was composed by Randy Edelman.
What is the age rating and content advisory for National Security?
National Security holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.); DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).