The Samaritan
Synopsis
After twenty years in prison, Foley is finished with the grifter's life. When he meets an elusive young woman named Iris, the possibility of a new start looks real. But his past is proving to be a stubborn companion.
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The Samaritan (2012) - Official Trailer [HD]
Type: Trailer • Published 2012-04-19
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Release History & Theatrical Window
May 17, 2012
Wide Cinema Exhibition
August 20, 2013
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$12M
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$3K
Total global ticket sales
Box Office Return
0x
-$12M deficit
Theatrical Status
Budget Return
Box office tier
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- David Weaver
- Screenplay & Story
- David Weaver, Elan Mastai
- Original Score
- Todor Kobakov
- Original Title
- The Samaritan
- Country of Origin
- Canada, United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Budget
- $12M
- Worldwide Gross
- $3K
- Production Studios
- H2O Motion Pictures, Middle Child Films Inc., Quickfire Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David Weaver
David Weaver, Elan Mastai
Todor Kobakov
François Dagenais
Geoff Ashenhurst
Suzanne Cheriton, Mark Horowitz, Samuel L. Jackson, Lacia Kornylo, Elan Mastai
Department Leadership Roster
Suzanne Cheriton
Producer
David Weaver
Director
Todor Kobakov
Original Music Composer
Ben Murray
Producer
Tony Wosk
Producer
Geoff Ashenhurst
Editor
András Hámori
Producer
Patrick Antosh
Costume Design
Matthew Davies
Production Design
François Dagenais
Director of Photography
Randy Butcher
Stunt Coordinator
David Weaver
Writer
Elan Mastai
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.
Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Samaritan
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Samaritan about?
After twenty years in prison, Foley is finished with the grifter's life. When he meets an elusive young woman named Iris, the possibility of a new start looks real. But his past is proving to be a stubborn companion.
Who directed The Samaritan?
The Samaritan was directed by David Weaver.
Who stars in The Samaritan?
The principal cast of The Samaritan includes Samuel L. Jackson, Luke Kirby, Ruth Negga, Tom Wilkinson, A.C. Peterson.
When was The Samaritan released and how long is it?
The Samaritan was released in 2012 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
What was the box office and production budget of The Samaritan?
The Samaritan had a reported production budget of $12M and grossed $3K at the worldwide box office (0 return on budget, classified as a underperformed).
Who composed the musical score for The Samaritan?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Samaritan was composed by Todor Kobakov.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Samaritan?
The Samaritan holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); GB: 18 (Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).