The Raid
Muru
“Serve or protect?”
Synopsis
Inspired by actual events, MURU is the story of a local Police Sergeant ‘Taffy’ Tāwharau, who must choose between duty to his badge or his people, when the Government invoke antiterrorism powers to launch an armed raid on Taffy’s remote Urewera community, on a school day. This gripping action drama is not a re-creation, but a response to the 2007 Tūhoe raids. MURU is a Māori concept for 'forgiveness’.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Official US TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2023-04-27
Top Cast
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Cliff Curtis
Tāwharau ‘Taffy’
Jay Ryan
Gallagher
Manu Bennett
Kimiora
Simone Kessell
Maria
Poroaki Merritt-McDonald
Waikura/Rusty
Roimata Fox
Hārata
Ria Paki
Blake
Tame Iti
Tame Iti
Xavier Horan
STG 'Ren' Renata
Andrew Cottle
STG Phil
Byron Coll
Jarrod
Cinzia Maioha Jonathan
Dr. Foon
Troy Kingi
Mooks
Colin Moy
Wilson
Rangi Rangitukunoa
Pōtaka
Nepia Takuira-Mita
Pana
Oriini Kaipara
Hine
Tipene Ohlson
Pāpā
Release History & Theatrical Window
Toronto International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
April 29, 2023
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Tearepa Kahi
- Screenplay & Story
- Tearepa Kahi
- Original Score
- Mahuia Bridgman-Cooper
- Original Title
- Muru
- Country of Origin
- New Zealand
- Spoken Languages
- English, Maori
- Runtime
- 1h 44m
- Production Studios
- Jawbone Pictures, Wheke Group Limited, Te Māngai Pāho
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Tearepa Kahi
Tearepa Kahi, Jason Nathan, Claire Dobbin
Mahuia Bridgman-Cooper
Fred Renata, Chris Mauger
John Gilbert
Reikura Kahi, Selina Joe, Tearepa Kahi, Tame Iti, Richard Fletcher
Department Leadership Roster
Tearepa Kahi
Director
John Gilbert
Editor
Reikura Kahi
Producer
Ashley Turner
Production Design
Selina Joe
Producer
Tame Iti
Producer
Tearepa Kahi
Screenplay
Augie Davis
Stunt Coordinator
Fred Renata
Director of Photography
Mahuia Bridgman-Cooper
Original Music Composer
Brenton Cumberpatch
Visual Effects Supervisor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Mature Accompanied — Restricted to persons 15 and older.
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Raid
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What is The Raid about?
Inspired by actual events, MURU is the story of a local Police Sergeant ‘Taffy’ Tāwharau, who must choose between duty to his badge or his people, when the Government invoke antiterrorism powers to launch an armed raid on Taffy’s remote Urewera community, on a school day. This gripping action drama is not a re-creation, but a response to the 2007 Tūhoe raids. MURU is a Māori concept for 'forgiveness’.
Who directed The Raid?
The Raid was directed by Tearepa Kahi.
Who stars in The Raid?
The principal cast of The Raid includes Cliff Curtis, Jay Ryan, Manu Bennett, Simone Kessell, Poroaki Merritt-McDonald.
When was The Raid released and how long is it?
The Raid was released in 2022 with a total runtime of 1h 44m.
Who composed the musical score for The Raid?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Raid was composed by Mahuia Bridgman-Cooper.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Raid?
The Raid holds official age classifications: AU: MA15+ (Mature Accompanied — Restricted to persons 15 and older.); CA: 18A; DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.).