The Next Three Days

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"What if you had 72 hours to save everything you live for?"
  • PG-13
  • 2010
  • 2 hr 13 min
  • 7.3  (205,295)
  • 52

In the 2010 thriller "The Next Three Days," Russell Crowe steps into the role of John Brennan, a respectable teacher whose life is turned upside down when his wife Lara (played by Elizabeth Banks) is falsely accused of murder and sentenced to 20 years in prison. The movie, directed by Paul Haggis, follows John's desperate attempts to free his wife from prison and clear her name.

At the beginning of the movie, we see John and Lara living their everyday lives with their young son, Luke. But when Lara is accused of murdering her boss, and all the evidence points towards her guilt, John has to act fast to save his family. He employs a private investigator (played by Liam Neeson) to help him gather evidence that will prove Lara's innocence. However, after several failed attempts to appeal the verdict, John realizes that his only option is to break his wife out of prison.

The movie takes us on a tense journey as we see John meticulously planning how to free his wife while evading the police and the FBI. He spends his nights pouring over books on prison breaks and planning routes to escape, until he finally comes up with a plan that he thinks could work. However, he knows he cannot do it alone and enlists the help of some partners who may or may not be trustworthy.

As the days fly by, John prepares himself for the ultimate showdown when he will face the authorities and try to get his wife out of jail. He spends countless hours training his body and mind, making sure he is ready for any obstacles that may come his way. Meanwhile, Lara is also dealing with the harsh realities of life behind bars and trying to hang on to hope that one day she will be free. The couple's love for each other never wavers, and it is this deep love that drives John to take the ultimate risk.

The tension in the movie builds up towards the final scenes, where we see John execute his plan to free Lara. The thrills are endless as we see John and Lara fight for their freedom, and the obstacles they encounter bring them closer together than ever before. The movie keeps us on the edge of our seats as we watch John desperately trying to outsmart the police and the FBI who are hot on his trail.

Throughout the movie, Russell Crowe delivers a stellar performance as John Brennan. He brings charm and raw emotion to the character, making him a relatable hero whose love for his family shines through. Elizabeth Banks also shines as Lara, bringing depth and vulnerability to her character, making us feel her anguish and despair as she faces life in prison. Liam Neeson's performance as the private investigator is also noteworthy, as he adds a touch of humor to the otherwise intense movie.

Overall, "The Next Three Days" is a thrilling and suspenseful movie that keeps its audience hooked from start to finish. With its intricate plot and outstanding performances, this movie is a must-see for fans of the thriller and suspense genre.

The Next Three Days is a 2010 romance movie with a runtime of 2 hours and 13 minutes. It has received moderate reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 7.3 and a MetaScore of 52.

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  • Release Date
    2010
  • MPAA Rating
    PG-13
  • Runtime
    2 hr 13 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    7.3  (205,295)
  • Metascore
    52