Harsh Times
“Take A Ride To The Edge”
Synopsis
Jim Davis is an ex-Army Ranger who finds himself slipping back into his old life of petty crime after a job offer from the LAPD evaporates. His best friend is pressured by his girlfriend Sylvia to find a job, but Jim is more interested in hanging out and making cash from small heists, while trying to get a law enforcement job so he can marry his Mexican girlfriend.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
Harsh Times Official Trailer #2 - J.K. Simmons Movie (2005) HD
Type: Trailer • Published 2012-10-05
Top Cast
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Christian Bale
Jim Luther Davis
Freddy Rodríguez
Mike Alonzo
Eva Longoria
Sylvia
Chaka Forman
Toussant
Tammy Trull
Marta
J.K. Simmons
Agent Richards
Michael Monks
Agent Hollenbeck
Samantha Esteban
Letty
Tania Verafield
Patty
Noel Gugliemi
Flaco
Adriana Millan
Rita
Geo Corvera
Wilo
Cesar Garcia
Listo
Terry Crews
Darrell
Emilio Rivera
Eddy
Paul Renteria
Ranchero
Craig Ricci Shaynak
Gillespie
Blue Mesquita
Leo
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 10, 2006
Wide Cinema Exhibition
June 29, 2007
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$2M
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$6M
Total global ticket sales
Box Office Return
3x
+$4M net gain
Theatrical Status
Mega Hit
Box office tier
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- David Ayer
- Screenplay & Story
- David Ayer
- Original Score
- Graeme Revell
- Original Title
- Harsh Times
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, Spanish, Korean
- Runtime
- 1h 56m
- Production Budget
- $2M
- Worldwide Gross
- $6M
- Production Studios
- Andrea Sperling Productions, Bauer Martinez Studios, Crave Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David Ayer
David Ayer
Graeme Revell
Steve Mason
Conrad Buff IV
David Ayer, Andrea Sperling, Christian Bale, Philippe Martinez, David Gorton
Department Leadership Roster
David Ayer
Director
David Ayer
Producer
Andrea Sperling
Producer
Graeme Revell
Original Music Composer
Steve Mason
Director of Photography
Conrad Buff IV
Editor
Devorah Herbert
Production Design
Michele Michel
Costume Design
David Ayer
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Harsh Times
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Harsh Times about?
Jim Davis is an ex-Army Ranger who finds himself slipping back into his old life of petty crime after a job offer from the LAPD evaporates. His best friend is pressured by his girlfriend Sylvia to find a job, but Jim is more interested in hanging out and making cash from small heists, while trying to get a law enforcement job so he can marry his Mexican girlfriend.
Who directed Harsh Times?
Harsh Times was directed by David Ayer.
Who stars in Harsh Times?
The principal cast of Harsh Times includes Christian Bale, Freddy Rodríguez, Eva Longoria, Chaka Forman, Tammy Trull.
When was Harsh Times released and how long is it?
Harsh Times was released in 2005 with a total runtime of 1h 56m.
What was the box office and production budget of Harsh Times?
Harsh Times had a reported production budget of $2M and grossed $6M at the worldwide box office (3 return on budget, classified as a blockbuster success).
Who composed the musical score for Harsh Times?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Harsh Times was composed by Graeme Revell.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Harsh Times?
Harsh Times holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); FR: 12 (Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).