Deadlock
Synopsis
Mack is a former soldier who, after the war, moved to a town with a nuclear power plant, where nearly everybody works. Life is peaceful for him there, until a gang of mercenaries led by Ron storm the reactor and take everybody hostage, including a group of children on a school trip. Now Mack is in a race against the clock and must use his military training to defeat Ron before he puts the reactor into meltdown. Along the way he discovers Ron’s motive, which unravels a greater secret Mack’s town is hiding.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2022-05-05
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Streaming Window: 0 DaysDecember 3, 2021
Wide Cinema Exhibition
December 3, 2021
VOD & Digital Platforms
January 20, 2022
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jared Cohn
- Screenplay & Story
- Jared Cohn, Cam Cannon
- Original Score
- Yagmur Kaplan
- Original Title
- Deadlock
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Production Studios
- Saban Films, The Exchange
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jared Cohn
Jared Cohn, Cam Cannon
Yagmur Kaplan
Brandon Cox
Paul Montez McDade
Stephen J. Eads, Johnny Messner, Corey Large, Matthew Helderman, Jordan Yale Levine
Department Leadership Roster
Cory Alan Cooper
Production Design
Brandon Cox
Director of Photography
Paul Montez McDade
Editor
Johnny Messner
Producer
Corey Large
Producer
Yagmur Kaplan
Original Music Composer
Jared Cohn
Screenplay
Jared Cohn
Director
Cam Cannon
Screenplay
Robert Laenen
Stunt Coordinator
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Deadlock
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What is Deadlock about?
Mack is a former soldier who, after the war, moved to a town with a nuclear power plant, where nearly everybody works. Life is peaceful for him there, until a gang of mercenaries led by Ron storm the reactor and take everybody hostage, including a group of children on a school trip. Now Mack is in a race against the clock and must use his military training to defeat Ron before he puts the reactor into meltdown. Along the way he discovers Ron’s motive, which unravels a greater secret Mack’s town is hiding.
Who directed Deadlock?
Deadlock was directed by Jared Cohn.
Who stars in Deadlock?
The principal cast of Deadlock includes Patrick Muldoon, Bruce Willis, Matthew Marsden, Michael Devorzon, Kelly Lynn Reiter.
When was Deadlock released and how long is it?
Deadlock was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.
Who composed the musical score for Deadlock?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Deadlock was composed by Yagmur Kaplan.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Deadlock?
Deadlock holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).