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Attack the Block

2011·Movie·R·88 min·6.5(2,281)

Inner City vs. Outer Space

A South London teen gang must team up with the other residents of their housing estate to protect the neighbourhood from a terrifying alien invasion.

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United StatesAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies
United KingdomStudiocanal Presents Amazon ChannelApple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video
CanadaNetflix, Netflix Standard with AdsApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo
AustraliaFoxtel NowApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies
GermanyGoogle Play Movies, YouTube
FranceMolotov TV, Cine+ OCS Amazon Channel , Paramount Plus, SFR PlayApple TV Store, Canal VOD, Orange VOD
SpainFilmin
BrazilNetflix, Netflix Standard with Ads, Sony One Amazon ChannelApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies
JapanAmazon Prime Video, U-NEXT, Amazon Prime Video with AdsAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies
South KoreaWatcha

About Attack the Block

Attack the Block is a 2011 English-language action, comedy and science fiction film directed by Joe Cornish. The cast is led by John Boyega, Jodie Whittaker, Nick Frost. It has a runtime of 1h 28m. Viewers rate it 6.5/10 across 2300 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

Attack the Block was produced by UK Film Council, Film4 Productions, and StudioCanal and made in France and United Kingdom. It was released on May 12, 2011, and carries a R certification. Made on a budget of about $13 million, it went on to gross $6 million worldwide.

Director
Joe Cornish
Writers
Joe Cornish
Release date
May 12, 2011
Original language
English
Age rating
R
Status
Released
Country
France, United Kingdom
Budget
$13 million
Box office
$6 million
Production
UK Film Council, Film4 Productions, StudioCanal
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Attack the Block cast & crew

Attack the Block was directed by Joe Cornish and written by Joe Cornish.

The cast features John Boyega as Moses, Jodie Whittaker as Sam, Nick Frost as Ron, Alex Esmail as Pest, Luke Treadaway as Brewis, and Selom Awadzi as Tonks.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Steven Price, cinematography is by Thomas Townend, and it was produced by James Wilson and Nira Park.

Is Attack the Block worth watching?

Attack the Block holds an audience score of 6.5/10 from 2,281 ratings, a solidly received action films.

At 1h 28m, it's an easy, time-light watch.

If you enjoy action, comedy, and science fiction, Attack the Block is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch Attack the Block

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Cast of Attack the Block

John Boyega

John Boyega

Moses

Jodie Whittaker

Jodie Whittaker

Sam

Nick Frost

Nick Frost

Ron

Alex Esmail

Alex Esmail

Pest

Luke Treadaway

Luke Treadaway

Brewis

Selom Awadzi

Selom Awadzi

Tonks

Franz Drameh

Franz Drameh

Dennis

Simon Howard

Simon Howard

Biggz

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Jumayn Hunter

Hi-Hatz

Leeon Jones

Leeon Jones

Jerome

Sammy Williams

Sammy Williams

Probs

Michael Ajao

Michael Ajao

Mayhem

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Attack the Block — FAQs

Where can I watch Attack the Block in United States?

Attack the Block is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.

What language is Attack the Block in?

Attack the Block is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is Attack the Block?

Attack the Block runs 1 hours 28 minutes (88 minutes).

What is Attack the Block rated?

Attack the Block is rated R. It holds a 6.5/10 audience score from 2,281 ratings.

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