National Security
“They only look like cops.”
Earl Montgomery, a bombastic police academy reject, and Hank Rafferty, a disgraced, mild-mannered cop, can't seem to escape each other. They met on opposite sides of the law during a routine traffic stop that escalated out of control; now as lowly security guards they're thrown together to bust a smuggling operation.
Where to watch National Security in United States
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Where is National Security streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| India | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| United Kingdom | Now TV Cinema | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Australia | BINGE, Foxtel Now | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Germany | WOW, Sky Go, Wow Fiction Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| France | Netflix, Molotov TV | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Spain | — | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| Brazil | — | Claro video, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Japan | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
About National Security
National Security is a 2003 English-language action, comedy and crime film directed by Dennis Dugan. The cast is led by Martin Lawrence, Steve Zahn, Colm Feore. It has a runtime of 1h 29m. Viewers rate it 6.0/10 across 1100 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
National Security was produced by Columbia Pictures, The Firm, and Intermedia Films and made in United Kingdom and United States of America. It was released on January 17, 2003, and carries a PG-13 certification. At the box office it grossed around $50 million worldwide.
- Director
- Dennis Dugan
- Writers
- David Ronn, Jay Scherick
- Release date
- January 17, 2003
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- PG-13
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Box office
- $50 million
- Production
- Columbia Pictures, The Firm, Intermedia Films
National Security cast & crew
National Security was directed by Dennis Dugan and written by David Ronn and Jay Scherick.
The cast features Martin Lawrence as Earl Montgomery, Steve Zahn as Hank Rafferty, Colm Feore as Detective Frank McDuff, Bill Duke as Lieutenant Washington, Eric Roberts as Nash, and Timothy Busfield as Charlie Reed.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Randy Edelman, cinematography is by Oliver Wood, and it was produced by Jeffrey Silver and Michael Green.
Is National Security worth watching?
National Security holds an audience score of 6.0/10 from 1,067 ratings, a more divisive action films.
At 1h 29m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy action, comedy, and crime, National Security is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch National Security
National Security isn't on a subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube.
Streaming rights change country by country and month by month, so the options above reflect United States today — switch your country at the top of the where-to-watch section to see availability elsewhere.
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Cast of National Security
Martin Lawrence
Earl Montgomery
Steve Zahn
Hank Rafferty
Colm Feore
Detective Frank McDuff
Bill Duke
Lieutenant Washington
Eric Roberts
Nash
Timothy Busfield
Charlie Reed
Robinne Lee
Denise
Brett Cullen
Heston
Ken Lerner
Hank's Lawyer
Matt McCoy
Robert Barton
Joe Flaherty
Owen Fergus
Mari Morrow
Lola
National Security — FAQs
▸Where can I watch National Security in United States?
National Security 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 National Security in?
National Security is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is National Security?
National Security runs 1 hours 29 minutes (89 minutes).
▸What is National Security rated?
National Security is rated PG-13. It holds a 6.0/10 audience score from 1,067 ratings.
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