A Most Violent Year

The result is never in question. Just the path you take to get there.

20142h 5m6.6(1,586 votes)

CrimeDramaThriller

Synopsis

A thriller set in New York City during the winter of 1981, statistically one of the most violent years in the city's history, and centered on the lives of an immigrant and his family trying to expand their business and capitalize on opportunities as the rampant violence, decay, and corruption of the…

A Most Violent Year (2014) is a crime, drama, and thriller film directed by J.C. Chandor. It stars Oscar Isaac, Jessica Chastain, and David Oyelowo. The film runs for 2 hours 5 minutes. Audiences have made it well received, with an average score of 6.6 out of 10 from 1,586 votes.

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Director

J.C. Chandor

Cast

Oscar Isaac

Abel Morales

Jessica Chastain

Anna Morales

David Oyelowo

D.A. Lawrence

Alessandro Nivola

Peter Forente

Elyes Gabel

Julian

Albert Brooks

Andrew Walsh

Catalina Sandino Moreno

Luisa

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Who stars in A Most Violent Year?

A Most Violent Year stars Oscar Isaac, Jessica Chastain, David Oyelowo, and Alessandro Nivola, and was directed by J.C. Chandor.

How long is A Most Violent Year?

A Most Violent Year has a runtime of 2 hours 5 minutes.

When did A Most Violent Year come out?

A Most Violent Year was released in 2014.

What genre is A Most Violent Year?

A Most Violent Year is a crime, drama, and thriller film.

Is A Most Violent Year worth watching?

A Most Violent Year holds an average audience score of 6.6 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.