Monster Hunter
“Behind our world, there is another.”
Synopsis
US Ranger Captain Artemis and her team are part of a UN joint security mission north of Hemat, in Afghanistan. While searching for a missing team (Bravo), they are transported to a strange world where powerful monsters rule with deadly ferocity. Faced with relentless danger, the team encounters a mysterious hunter who may be their only hope to find a way home.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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International TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2020-10-14
Top Cast
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Milla Jovovich
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Tony Jaa
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Ron Perlman
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Nanda Costa
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Nic Rasenti
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Streaming Window: 60 DaysDecember 18, 2020
Wide Cinema Exhibition
February 16, 2021
VOD & Digital Platforms
March 2, 2021
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$60M
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$42.1M
Total global ticket sales
Box Office Return
0.7x
-$17.9M deficit
Theatrical Status
Budget Return
Box office tier
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Paul W. S. Anderson
- Screenplay & Story
- Paul W. S. Anderson
- Original Score
- Paul Haslinger
- Original Title
- Monster Hunter
- Country of Origin
- China, Germany, Japan, Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 43m
- Production Budget
- $60M
- Worldwide Gross
- $42.1M
- Production Studios
- Capcom, Constantin Film, Tencent Pictures, TOHO, AB² Digital Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Paul W. S. Anderson
Paul W. S. Anderson
Paul Haslinger
Glen MacPherson
Doobie White
Jeremy Bolt, Paul W. S. Anderson, Dennis Berardi, Robert Kulzer, Martin Moszkowicz
Department Leadership Roster
Paul W. S. Anderson
Director
Paul W. S. Anderson
Screenplay
Jeremy Bolt
Producer
Paul W. S. Anderson
Producer
Dennis Berardi
Producer
Robert Kulzer
Producer
Martin Moszkowicz
Producer
Doobie White
Editor
Glen MacPherson
Director of Photography
Paul Haslinger
Original Music Composer
Danielle Knox
Costume Design
Edward Thomas
Production Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
12 Accompanied — Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Monster Hunter
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Monster Hunter about?
US Ranger Captain Artemis and her team are part of a UN joint security mission north of Hemat, in Afghanistan. While searching for a missing team (Bravo), they are transported to a strange world where powerful monsters rule with deadly ferocity. Faced with relentless danger, the team encounters a mysterious hunter who may be their only hope to find a way home.
Who directed Monster Hunter?
Monster Hunter was directed by Paul W. S. Anderson.
Who stars in Monster Hunter?
The principal cast of Monster Hunter includes Milla Jovovich, Tony Jaa, Ron Perlman, T.I., Diego Boneta.
When was Monster Hunter released and how long is it?
Monster Hunter was released in 2020 with a total runtime of 1h 43m.
What was the box office and production budget of Monster Hunter?
Monster Hunter had a reported production budget of $60M and grossed $42.1M at the worldwide box office (0.7 return on budget, classified as a underperformed).
Who composed the musical score for Monster Hunter?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Monster Hunter was composed by Paul Haslinger.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Monster Hunter?
Monster Hunter holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.); DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); FR: TP; GB: 12A (12 Accompanied — Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult.); IN: U/A 13+; US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).