Movie Details
- Status: Released
- Movie Tagline: Sometimes you can assassinate a leader without firing a shot.
- Genres: Drama, Thriller
- Release Date: 2000-10-13
- Runtime: 126.0 min
- Budget: $20.0 million
- Revenue: $22.4 million
- Production Companies: Cinerenta Medienbeteiligungs KG, Cinecontender Internationale, Battleplan Productions, SE8 Group, DreamWorks Pictures
Cast & Crew
Gary Oldman, Joan Allen, Jeff Bridges, Christian Slater, Sam Elliott, William Petersen, Saul Rubinek, Philip Baker Hall, Mike Binder, Robin Thomas, Mariel Hemingway, Kathryn Morris, Kristen Shaw, Douglas Urbanski, Noah Fryrear, Angelica Page, Joseph Lyle Taylor, Kevin Geer, Doug Roberts, Bev Appleton, Sandra Register, Tony Booth, Andrew Boothby, Irene Ziegler, Del Driver, Sean Pratt, Bill Bevins, Ed Sala, Kirk Penberthy, Justin Dray, David Laubacher, David Bridgewater, Kevin Grantz, Michael Kennedy, David Londoner, Larry King, Amit Mehta, Catherine Shaffner, Liz Marks, Sherri Richmond, Teresa Jones, Lynn West, Heather Rosbeck, Dawn Westbrook, Jolene Carroll, Michael Goodwin, Ashly Covington, Cynthia Webb, Caryn Mower, Robert Shepherd, Denis Maloney
Synopsis – What to Expect from “The Contender”
The Contender is a 2000 political drama film directed by Rod Lurie. The film follows the story of Senator Laine Hanson (Joan Allen), a highly qualified and respected politician who is nominated for Vice President of the United States.
The story begins when President Jackson Evans (Jeff Bridges) nominates Senator Hanson for Vice President. However, her nomination quickly becomes embroiled in controversy when her political opponents, led by Senator Shelly Runyon (Gary Oldman), launch a smear campaign against her, alleging that she had a sexual encounter with a college professor when she was in her twenties.
As the media and public pressure mounts, Senator Hanson is forced to confront her past and defend her character. She is aided by her loyal friend and confidante, White House Chief of Staff, Rachel Holloman (Christian Slater).
The Contender follows Senator Hanson as she navigates the treacherous political waters, facing off against her opponents in a series of debates and interviews. With each new challenge, she proves her strength and integrity, and in the process, earns the respect of the nation.
Ultimately, Senator Hanson is able to overcome her opponents and is confirmed as Vice President. As she takes the oath of office, the nation is reminded of the importance of having strong, principled leaders. The Contender is a powerful story of courage, integrity, and the power of resilience in the face of adversity.
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