Bus 174
Ônibus 174
“Reality transcends fiction”
Synopsis
On 12 June 2000, in Rio de Janeiro, Ônibus 174 was taken by an armed young man, threatening to kill all the passengers. Transmitted live on all national networks, this shocking and tragic event became one of violence's most shocking portraits, and one of the most terrifying examples of police incompetence and abuse in recent years.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 17, 2003
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$217K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- José Padilha
- Screenplay & Story
- José Padilha
- Original Title
- Ônibus 174
- Country of Origin
- Brazil
- Spoken Languages
- Portuguese, Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 58m
- Worldwide Gross
- $217K
- Production Studios
- Zazen Produções
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
José Padilha
José Padilha
Marcelo 'Guru' Duarte, César Moraes
José Padilha, Marcos Prado
Department Leadership Roster
José Padilha
Director
José Padilha
Screenplay
Marcelo 'Guru' Duarte
Director of Photography
José Padilha
Producer
César Moraes
Director of Photography
Marcos Prado
Producer
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
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bus 174
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Bus 174 about?
On 12 June 2000, in Rio de Janeiro, Ônibus 174 was taken by an armed young man, threatening to kill all the passengers. Transmitted live on all national networks, this shocking and tragic event became one of violence's most shocking portraits, and one of the most terrifying examples of police incompetence and abuse in recent years.
Who directed Bus 174?
Bus 174 was directed by José Padilha.
Who stars in Bus 174?
The principal cast of Bus 174 includes Yvonne Bezerra de Mello, Sandro do Nascimento, Rodrigo Pimentel, Luiz Eduardo Soares.
When was Bus 174 released and how long is it?
Bus 174 was released in 2002 with a total runtime of 1h 58m.
How much did Bus 174 make at the box office?
Bus 174 grossed $217K in worldwide ticket sales.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Bus 174?
Bus 174 holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).