The Contender 2000 Watch Free in HD

The Contender revolves around a fictional United States President and the events surrounding his appointment of a new female Vice President, following the death of the previous office holder.

Genre:

Thriller, Drama

Actors:

Gary Oldman, Joan Allen, Jeff Bridges, Christian Slater, Sam Elliott, William Petersen, Saul Rubinek, Philip Baker Hall, Mike Binder, Robin Thomas, Mariel Hemingway, ...»

Director:

Rod Lurie

Country:

United States, United Kingdom

Release:

2000

IMDb:

6.9

Quality:

Duration:

126 min

Chicago Sun-Times

This is one of those rare movies where you leave the theater having been surprised and entertained, and then start arguing.

January 01, 2000

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Combustible Celluloid

Despite a few phony moments, the dialogue is sharp and the directing is immediate.

May 26, 2006

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Common Sense Media

Thoughtful, enjoyable film for older teens.

December 28, 2010

ReelViews

A major step forward for the director.

January 01, 2000

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eFilmCritic.com

The Contender thumps its Democratic Bible hard enough to put Jonathan Edwards to shame.

July 30, 2007

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Variety

The large, talented cast elevates the film above the trappings of its loquacious debates.

January 01, 2000

TheMovieReport.com

Pretty much shameless leftist propaganda being sold as conventional Hollywood entertainment, but it manages to satisfy on the traditional genre terms.

October 14, 2007

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Film.com

While you're watching it, The Contender lives up to its title.

January 01, 2000

Chicago Tribune

An intelligent and informed look at the preposterous ways our leaders are often picked and sabotaged.

January 01, 2000

Looking Closer

When Republicans speak, it's a bitter voice we hear; when Democrats speak, the music swells proudly. There's not must to think about here. It's a personality contest.

December 06, 2004

Bangor Daily News (Maine)

Sex, lies and politics--they all boil together beautifully in "The Contender," a strong political drama that understands Washington, knows its dirty secrets, and uses its excellent cast to fine effect.

October 18, 2007

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New York Times

What makes this twisty, cautionary yarn ... delicious is a cast that chews the scenery with such obvious enjoyment.

January 01, 2000

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